Monroeville Junior High School, a Union County NJ high school serving grades 6–8, closed in 2015 and had a declining state ranking from #1186 in 2010 to #1152 in 2012 before closure.
Math proficiency fell below the state average, reaching 20% in 2022 compared to Alabama's 30%, with a downward trend from 66% in 2012 to 20% in 2022.
Reading proficiency also declined from 76% in 2012 to 20% in 2022, substantially lower than the state average of 47% in 2022.
Science proficiency remained below the state average, at 20% in 2022 versus 38% statewide, showing weaker academic performance leading up to closure.
Enrollment decreased from 492 students in 1999 to zero by 2015 when the school closed, with a student–teacher ratio of about 21:1 in earlier years and a high free lunch eligibility rate around 73% in 2012.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students (11-12)
419 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
20 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)66%
82%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)76%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
17:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Asian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(11-12)n/a
5%
Black
(11-12)80%
34%
White
(11-12)20%
58%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
1%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 82% AL state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% AL state average).
How many students attend Monroeville Junior High School?
419 students attend Monroeville Junior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Monroeville Junior High School students are Black, and 20% of students are White.
What grades does Monroeville Junior High School offer ?
Monroeville Junior High School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Monroeville Junior High School part of?
Monroeville Junior High School is part of Monroe County School District.
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