Montgomery County Schools & Education
Montgomery County, Georgia
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
28/100
Higher = better
Rating
Below Average
Graduation Rate
84.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
84.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 88.1%
Per-Pupil Spending
$6,864
National avg $13,239
State avg $7,405
School Score
28/100
Higher = better
State avg 50/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#143
of 159 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Montgomery County
School Verdict
Montgomery County faces educational challenges with a school score of 28/100 and a graduation rate of 84.0%, falling below typical benchmarks.
Funding Context
At $6,864 per pupil, Montgomery County operates with limited funding, which may constrain staffing, materials, and extracurricular offerings.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Montgomery County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 45% below the Georgia average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 4.1 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 7% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Montgomery County, Georgia
A Focused Three-School Campus
Montgomery County operates a streamlined school system with three public schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. This centralized infrastructure serves 951 total students. The entire system is managed by the single Montgomery County School District.
Performance and Spending Benchmarks
The county's graduation rate is 84.0%, which is slightly lower than the Georgia state average of 88.1%. Montgomery County spends $6,864 per pupil, a figure below the state average of $7,405. Despite lower spending, the school score of 50.1 matches the national median exactly.
A Traditional County District System
The Montgomery County School District manages all education for the county's 951 students. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a classic public school structure. This unified system allows for a close-knit environment where students progress through the same three schools together.
100% Rural Learning Environments
All three schools in the county are located in rural areas, reflecting the local landscape. The average school size is 317 students, offering a personal and manageable scale for students. Montgomery County Elementary is the largest school with 453 students, while the middle school is the smallest with 222.
Rural Living Near Local Schools
For those seeking a rural lifestyle with a centralized school system, Montgomery County offers several attractive options. Most residential growth centers around the schools in Mt. Vernon and Uvalda. Consider the benefits of these smaller school sizes when evaluating homes for your family.
School Overview
Total Schools
3
in Montgomery County
Total Enrollment
951
students
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
1 School District in Montgomery County
Montgomery County
3 Public Schools in Montgomery County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County Elementary School | Montgomery County | PK–5 | Primary | 453 |
| Montgomery County High School | Montgomery County | 9–12 | High | 276 |
| Montgomery County Middle School | Montgomery County | 6–8 | Middle | 222 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$6,864
State avg $7,405
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Montgomery County, Georgia — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Montgomery County, Georgia?
Montgomery County operates a streamlined school system with three public schools: one elementary, one middle, and one high school. This centralized infrastructure serves 951 total students. The entire system is managed by the single Montgomery County School District.
How do schools in Montgomery County perform academically?
The county's graduation rate is 84.0%, which is slightly lower than the Georgia state average of 88.1%. Montgomery County spends $6,864 per pupil, a figure below the state average of $7,405. Despite lower spending, the school score of 50.1 matches the national median exactly.
What are the major school districts in Montgomery County, Georgia?
The Montgomery County School District manages all education for the county's 951 students. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a classic public school structure. This unified system allows for a close-knit environment where students progress through the same three schools together.
What is the school experience like in Montgomery County?
All three schools in the county are located in rural areas, reflecting the local landscape. The average school size is 317 students, offering a personal and manageable scale for students. Montgomery County Elementary is the largest school with 453 students, while the middle school is the smallest with 222.
How can I find homes near good schools in Montgomery County, Georgia?
For those seeking a rural lifestyle with a centralized school system, Montgomery County offers several attractive options. Most residential growth centers around the schools in Mt. Vernon and Uvalda. Consider the benefits of these smaller school sizes when evaluating homes for your family.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.