Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Montgomery County High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in GA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery Co. High's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 243.9 square miles in Mount Vernon, GA. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 8.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 17 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery County High School's student population of 264 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today. Leading Tomorrow.
School Rankings
Montgomery County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery County High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1530 out of 2192 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
14%
20%
Black
28%
36%
White
50%
34%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
84%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
63%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery County High School's ranking?
Montgomery County High School is ranked #1530 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Georgia.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery County High School?
The graduation rate of Montgomery County High School is 90%, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 84%.
How many students attend Montgomery County High School?
264 students attend Montgomery County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Montgomery County High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery County High School?
Montgomery County High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montgomery County High School offer ?
Montgomery County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery County High School part of?
Montgomery County High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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