Montgomery High School serves 1,561 students in grades 9-12.
Montgomery High School placed in the top 10% of all schools in New Jersey for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 5%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 26%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New Jersey state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,561 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NJ)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New Jersey for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery High School's student population of 1,561 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,561 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montgomery High School is ranked within the top 10% of all 2,183 schools in New Jersey (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Montgomery High School is 0.60, 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
#133 out of 2183 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
26%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
52%
10%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
3%
15%
White
36%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
88%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
30%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NJ Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery High School's ranking?
Montgomery High School is ranked #133 out of 2,183 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New Jersey.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 26% NJ state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% NJ state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery High School?
The graduation rate of Montgomery High School is 91%, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 88%.
How many students attend Montgomery High School?
1,561 students attend Montgomery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Montgomery High School students are Asian, 36% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montgomery High School?
Montgomery High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New Jersey state average of 11:1.
What grades does Montgomery High School offer ?
Montgomery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Montgomery High School part of?
Montgomery High School is part of Montgomery Township School District.
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