Serving 54 students in grades 6-12, Montgomery Learning Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative school
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 20% in NC)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Learning Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Montgomery Learning Academy's student population of 54 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
54 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montgomery Learning Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Learning Academy is 0.70, 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
#2508 out of 2617 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≤20%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
35%
22%
Black
24%
24%
White
35%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)85-89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
9%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Learning Academy's ranking?
Montgomery Learning Academy is ranked #2508 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery Learning Academy?
The graduation rate of Montgomery Learning Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 86%.
How many students attend Montgomery Learning Academy?
54 students attend Montgomery Learning Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Montgomery Learning Academy students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Learning Academy?
Montgomery Learning Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montgomery Learning Academy offer ?
Montgomery Learning Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Learning Academy part of?
Montgomery Learning Academy is part of Montgomery County Schools.
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