Serving 477 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 477 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 73% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery Central Elementary School's student population of 477 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
477 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
101
School Motto
Central Indians have P.R.I.D.E!
School Rankings
Montgomery Central Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Central Elementary School is 0.24, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.61. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#150 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
15%
Black
1%
21%
White
87%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Central Elementary School's ranking?
Montgomery Central Elementary School is ranked #150 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Montgomery Central Elementary School often compared to?
Montgomery Central Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossview Elementary School, Sango Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Central Elementary School?
477 students attend Montgomery Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Montgomery Central Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Central Elementary School?
Montgomery Central Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montgomery Central Elementary School offer ?
Montgomery Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Central Elementary School part of?
Montgomery Central Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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