Serving 1,075 students in grades 9-12, Montgomery Central High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 28%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 30%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 40% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,075 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery Central High School's student population of 1,075 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,075 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montgomery Central High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,721 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Central High School is 0.39, 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
#951 out of 1721 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
28%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
30%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
2%
Hispanic
7%
13%
Black
10%
21%
White
77%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Central High School's ranking?
Montgomery Central High School is ranked #951 out of 1,721 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Montgomery Central High School often compared to?
Montgomery Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville High School, West Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 28% TN state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 30% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery Central High School?
The graduation rate of Montgomery Central High School is 93%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 88%.
How many students attend Montgomery Central High School?
1,075 students attend Montgomery Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Montgomery Central High School students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montgomery Central High School?
Montgomery Central High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montgomery Central High School offer ?
Montgomery Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Montgomery Central High School part of?
Montgomery Central High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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