Montgomery Central High School is a high school located in Cunningham, Tennessee, an unincorporated suburban community outside Clarksville. It is part of the Clarksville-Montgomery County School System. It has a GreatSchools rating of 8 out of 10. The Montgomery Central Middle School is situated on an adjacent site.
Serving 1,026 students in grades 9-12, Montgomery Central High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 23% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Tennessee state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,026 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 30% in TN)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery Central High School's student population of 1,026 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,026 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
The mission of MCHS combined with the efforts of the parents and community is to initiate, develop and expand opportunities for all students to reach elevated academic achievement as determined by state/national standards and become productive and respons
School Rankings
Montgomery Central High School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Central High School is 0.45, 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
#720 out of 1728 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
9%
15%
Black
11%
21%
White
73%
57%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
90%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 High School's ranking?
Montgomery Central High School is ranked #720 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Montgomery Central High School often compared to?
Montgomery Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarksville High School, West Creek High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery Central High School?
The graduation rate of Montgomery Central High School is 91%, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 90%.
How many students attend Montgomery Central High School?
1,026 students attend Montgomery Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Montgomery Central High School students are White, 11% of students are Black, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Central High School?
Montgomery Central High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montgomery Central High School offer ?
Montgomery Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Central High School part of?
Montgomery Central High School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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