Montgomery Community College is a public community college in Troy, North Carolina. It was chartered in 1967 as Montgomery Technical Institute and is part of the North Carolina Community College System. The school received its accreditation in December, 1978, from the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
Serving 262 students in grades 9-13, Montgomery County Early College ranks in the top 5% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 26:1 is higher than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 57% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-13
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 26:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 30% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery County Early College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Montgomery County Early College's student population of 262 students has grown by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-13
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Montgomery County Early College ranks within the top 5% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery County Early College is 0.69, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#38 out of 2617 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥90%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
26:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
4%
Hispanic
35%
21%
Black
15%
25%
White
41%
43%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
68%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery County Early College's ranking?
Montgomery County Early College is ranked #38 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery County Early College?
The graduation rate of Montgomery County Early College is 90%, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Montgomery County Early College?
262 students attend Montgomery County Early College.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Montgomery County Early College students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery County Early College?
Montgomery County Early College has a student ration of 26:1, which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montgomery County Early College offer ?
Montgomery County Early College offers enrollment in grades 9-13 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery County Early College part of?
Montgomery County Early College is part of Montgomery County Schools.
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