Serving 503 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 503 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery Central Elementary School's student population of 503 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
503 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Central Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#72 out of 1721 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
6%
13%
Black
2%
21%
White
87%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Central Elementary School's ranking?
Montgomery Central Elementary School is ranked #72 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Montgomery Central Elementary School often compared to?
Montgomery Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossview Elementary School, Sango Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Central Elementary School?
503 students attend Montgomery Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Montgomery Central Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montgomery Central Elementary School?
Montgomery Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montgomery Central Elementary School offer ?
Montgomery Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Montgomery Central Elementary School part of?
Montgomery Central Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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