Serving 398 students in grades 7-12, Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School's student population of 398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.59. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#738 out of 2733 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
4%
15%
Black
1%
14%
White
91%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School's ranking?
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School is ranked #738 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School often compared to?
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jersey Shore Area Sr. High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School?
The graduation rate of Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School?
398 students attend Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School?
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School offer ?
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School part of?
Montgomery Jr. Sr. High School is part of Montgomery Area School District.
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