Serving 1,223 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Montour Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 39% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 1,223 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in PA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montour Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Montour Elementary School's student population of 1,223 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,223 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
School Rankings
Montour Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montour Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#324 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
3%
15%
Black
7%
14%
White
78%
61%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
60%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Montour Elementary School's ranking?
Montour Elementary School is ranked #324 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What schools are Montour Elementary School often compared to?
Montour Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eisenhower Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
How many students attend Montour Elementary School?
1,223 students attend Montour Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Montour Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montour Elementary School?
Montour Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montour Elementary School offer ?
Montour Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montour Elementary School part of?
Montour Elementary School is part of Montour School District.
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