Serving 22 students in grades 7-12, J. C. Montgomery ranks in the top 30% of all schools in California for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 33%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the California state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the California state level of 21:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 22 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in CA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
J. C. Montgomery ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
J. C. Montgomery's student population of 22 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Total Students
22 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
J. C. Montgomery ranks within the top 30% of all 9,602 schools in California (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of J. C. Montgomery is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.63. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2611 out of 9602 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
33%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
21:1
American Indian
5%
1%
Asian
n/a
12%
Hispanic
68%
56%
Black
27%
5%
White
n/a
20%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is J. C. Montgomery's ranking?
J. C. Montgomery is ranked #2611 out of 9,602 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in California.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 33% CA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% CA state average).
What is the graduation rate of J. C. Montgomery?
The graduation rate of J. C. Montgomery is 50%, which is lower than the California state average of 87%.
How many students attend J. C. Montgomery?
22 students attend J. C. Montgomery.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of J. C. Montgomery students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, and 5% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of J. C. Montgomery?
J. C. Montgomery has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the California state average of 21:1.
What grades does J. C. Montgomery offer ?
J. C. Montgomery offers enrollment in grades 7-12
What school district is J. C. Montgomery part of?
J. C. Montgomery is part of Kings County Office Of Education School District.
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