Serving 253 students in grades 6-12, Montgomery High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Louisiana 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 Louisiana state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 42%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Louisiana state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 59% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in LA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery High School's student population of 253 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Montgomery High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,244 schools in Louisiana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.65. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#777 out of 1244 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
42%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
27%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
1%
11%
Black
15%
42%
White
77%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
83%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
21%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
61%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), LA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery High School's ranking?
Montgomery High School is ranked #777 out of 1,244 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Louisiana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% LA state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 42% LA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery High School?
The graduation rate of Montgomery High School is 80%, which is lower than the Louisiana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Montgomery High School?
253 students attend Montgomery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Montgomery High School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
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 Louisiana state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montgomery High School offer ?
Montgomery High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery High School part of?
Montgomery High School is part of Grant Parish School District.
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