Serving 45 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Kingsley Montgomery School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Michigan for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Michigan state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Michigan state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Michigan state average of 37% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Top 1% in MI)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
School Overview
Kingsley Montgomery School's student population of 45 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1979
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspired, Educated, and Empowered to Thrive
School Rankings
Kingsley Montgomery School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,025 schools in Michigan (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kingsley Montgomery School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.57. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2407 out of 3025 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
45%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
16:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
4%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
18%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
63%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
(19-20)<50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
33.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
45%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
4%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MI Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kingsley Montgomery School's ranking?
Kingsley Montgomery School is ranked #2407 out of 3,025 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Michigan.
What schools are Kingsley Montgomery School often compared to?
Kingsley Montgomery Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Childrens Village School, Kennedy Center by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MI state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MI state average).
What is the graduation rate of Kingsley Montgomery School?
The graduation rate of Kingsley Montgomery School is 50%, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 86%.
How many students attend Kingsley Montgomery School?
45 students attend Kingsley Montgomery School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Kingsley Montgomery School students are White, 20% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kingsley Montgomery School?
Kingsley Montgomery School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Michigan state average of 16:1.
What grades does Kingsley Montgomery School offer ?
Kingsley Montgomery School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kingsley Montgomery School part of?
Kingsley Montgomery School is part of Waterford School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
I love the teacher's, they keep me as a parent involved in those things I need to know about. My son has soured acadmically since starting Kingsley and is moving right along. They have a wonderful support staff and a student teacher ratio like one never seen before. I am very happy. My son is emotionally impaired and this staff is truly qualified!
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