Serving 696 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Montgomery Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Georgia for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Georgia state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Georgia state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Georgia state average of 64% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 696 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in GA
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montgomery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Georgia for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Montgomery Elementary School's student population of 696 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
696 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montgomery Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,204 schools in Georgia (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Elementary School is 0.68, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.71. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#163 out of 2204 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
40%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
11%
18%
Black
15%
36%
White
52%
36%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), GA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Elementary School's ranking?
Montgomery Elementary School is ranked #163 out of 2,204 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Georgia.
What schools are Montgomery Elementary School often compared to?
Montgomery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ashford Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% GA state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% GA state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Elementary School?
696 students attend Montgomery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Montgomery Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montgomery Elementary School?
Montgomery Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Georgia state average of 14:1.
What grades does Montgomery Elementary School offer ?
Montgomery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Montgomery Elementary School part of?
Montgomery Elementary School is part of Dekalb County School District.
In what neighborhood is Montgomery Elementary School located?
Montgomery Elementary School is located in the North Brookhaven neighborhood of Atlanta, GA.
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