Montgomery Elementary School

120 Penn St
Montgomery, PA 17752
(School attendance zone shown in map)
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 504 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montgomery Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 38%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 40% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 504 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50% in PA
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : Montgomery El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire Montgomery school district, covering approximately 86.3 square miles in Montgomery, PA. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 6.5 miles and the furthest point reaching 17.2 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

School Overview

Montgomery Elementary School's student population of 504 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar

School Rankings

Montgomery Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Elementary School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (PA)
#1206 out of 2733 schools
(Top 50%)
45%
38%
59%
55%
75-79%
57%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
6%
16%
Black
n/a
14%
White
91%
60%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
9%
0.17
(22-23)
8.9%
23.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
59%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Montgomery Elementary School's ranking?
Montgomery Elementary School is ranked #1206 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Montgomery Elementary School often compared to?
Montgomery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ward L Myers Elementary School, Joseph C Ashkar Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 38% PA state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Elementary School?
504 students attend Montgomery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Montgomery Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Elementary School?
Montgomery Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montgomery Elementary School offer ?
Montgomery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montgomery Elementary School part of?
Montgomery Elementary School is part of Montgomery Area School District.

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-6
  • Enrollment: 504 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 9%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45% (Top 50%)
  • : 59% (Top 50%)
  • : 75-79% (Top 30%)
  • : Montgomery El Sch's attendance zone encompasses the entire Montgomery school district, covering approximately 86.3 square miles in Montgomery, PA. Typically, families can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being about 6.5 miles and the furthest point reaching 17.2 miles.
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education

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