Serving 728 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montgomery Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 66% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 728 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Montgomery Elementary School serves the northwest part of Atlanta, GA, covering an area of approximately 6.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery Elementary School's student population of 728 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
728 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montgomery Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,192 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Elementary 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
#136 out of 2192 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
39%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
20%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
36%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
55%
34%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.9%
26.2%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
63%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
4%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Elementary School's ranking?
Montgomery Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 2,192 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Montgomery Elementary School often compared to?
Montgomery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashford Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% GA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Elementary School?
728 students attend Montgomery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Montgomery Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, and 10% 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 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montgomery Elementary School offer ?
Montgomery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Elementary School part of?
Montgomery Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Montgomery Elementary School located?
Montgomery Elementary School is located in the North Brookhaven neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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