Serving 806 students in grades 6-8, Montgomery Central Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 31%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 34% (which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 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 41% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 806 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 34% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery Central Middle School's student population of 806 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
Total Students
806 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montgomery Central Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 1,761 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Central Middle School is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.60. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#748 out of 1761 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
31%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
34%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
14%
Black
12%
21%
White
73%
59%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Central Middle School's ranking?
Montgomery Central Middle School is ranked #748 out of 1,761 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are Montgomery Central Middle School often compared to?
Montgomery Central Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossview Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 31% TN state average), while 34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Central Middle School?
806 students attend Montgomery Central Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Montgomery Central Middle School students are White, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montgomery Central Middle School?
Montgomery Central Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 15:1.
What grades does Montgomery Central Middle School offer ?
Montgomery Central Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8
What school district is Montgomery Central Middle School part of?
Montgomery Central Middle School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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