Serving 805 students in grades 6-8, Montgomery Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 805 students
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery Central Middle School serves the southwest part of Cunningham, TN, covering an attendance area of approximately 178.9 square miles. Most students live within a 10-15 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery Central Middle School's student population of 805 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
805 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2024. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montgomery Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Central Middle School is 0.49, 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
#792 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
34%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Asian
1%
2%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
16%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
57%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.3%
23.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Indians
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Central Middle School's ranking?
Montgomery Central Middle School is ranked #792 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Montgomery Central Middle School often compared to?
Montgomery Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Central Middle School?
805 students attend Montgomery Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Montgomery Central Middle School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What grades does Montgomery Central Middle School offer ?
Montgomery Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Central Middle School part of?
Montgomery Central Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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