Serving 518 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery Central Elementary serves the southern part of its school district in Cunningham, TN, covering an area of approximately 70.8 square miles. Families in the attendance zone typically live within a 10-15 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.9 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery Central Elementary School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
518 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
Campus Size
101 acres
School Motto
Central Indians have P.R.I.D.E!
School Rankings
Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Central Elementary School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
20%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
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 #150 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Central Elementary School?
518 students attend Montgomery Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Montgomery Central Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Black.
What grades does Montgomery Central Elementary School offer ?
Montgomery Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
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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