Serving 575 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, George W. Munroe Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Florida for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Florida state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Florida state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Florida state average of 66% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 575 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in FL
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
George W. Munroe Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Florida for:
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Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
George W. Munroe Elementary School's student population of 575 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
575 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Motto
EDUCATING STUDENTS – ONE CHILD AT A TIME
School Rankings
George W. Munroe Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,662 schools in Florida (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of George W. Munroe Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.70. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2941 out of 3662 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
31%
38%
Black
65%
21%
White
2%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gadsden School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), FL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George W. Munroe Elementary School's ranking?
George W. Munroe Elementary School is ranked #2941 out of 3,662 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Florida.
What schools are George W. Munroe Elementary School often compared to?
George W. Munroe Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clinton Central Elementary School, Clinton Prairie Elementary School, Rossville Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% FL state average).
How many students attend George W. Munroe Elementary School?
575 students attend George W. Munroe Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of George W. Munroe Elementary School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of George W. Munroe Elementary School?
George W. Munroe Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Florida state average of 17:1.
What grades does George W. Munroe Elementary School offer ?
George W. Munroe Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is George W. Munroe Elementary School part of?
George W. Munroe Elementary School is part of Gadsden School District.
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