High Schools in Monroe School District

The Monroe School District in Washington state is home to two high schools: Monroe High School and Leaders In Learning. While Monroe High School is a larger, more diverse school with stronger academic performance, Leaders In Learning faces challenges with lower graduation rates and higher dropout rates.

Monroe High School stands out with its larger student population of 1,552 and higher 4-year graduation rate of 90.5%, compared to 67.7% at Leaders In Learning. Monroe High School also outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Science proficiency, though it lags behind in Math. In contrast, Leaders In Learning struggles academically, with proficiency rates well below the district and state averages in most subjects.

The data suggests that socioeconomic factors may play a role in the performance disparity, as Leaders In Learning has a higher percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch at 82.26%, compared to 38.53% at Monroe High School. Additionally, the smaller size of Leaders In Learning, with only 62 students, may present challenges in terms of resource allocation and the ability to offer a comprehensive educational program. Overall, the analysis highlights the need for targeted interventions and support to address the disparities between the two high schools and ensure equitable educational opportunities for all students in the Monroe School District.