Montgomery County Schools & Education
Montgomery County, Kentucky
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
45/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
94.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
94.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 93.8%
Per-Pupil Spending
$5,680
National avg $13,239
State avg $6,894
School Score
45/100
Higher = better
State avg 57/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#100
of 120 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Montgomery County
School Verdict
Montgomery County performs at an average level with a school score of 45/100 and a solid graduation rate of 94.0%.
Funding Context
At $5,680 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 21% below the Kentucky average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 0.2 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 18% lower than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Montgomery County, Kentucky
A Growing System in Mount Sterling
Montgomery County supports a large student body of 4,472 across 9 public schools. The infrastructure includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and four high school programs.
Competitive Graduation with Lean Funding
The county achieves a 94.0% graduation rate, outperforming both the state average of 93.8% and the national 87% mark. This success comes despite a lower per-pupil spending of $5,680 and a school score of 52.8.
Unified Montgomery County Leadership
The Montgomery County district oversees 8 major campuses and all 4,472 local students. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a traditional public school focus for all residents.
A Mix of Town and Rural Environments
The county features five town schools and four rural schools, with a larger average school size of 559 students. Montgomery County High School is a major regional hub with 1,279 students, while McNabb Middle also serves over 1,000 students.
Find Space and Community in Montgomery
Families looking for a mix of town amenities and rural space will appreciate Montgomery County's diverse school locales. The high school's substantial enrollment provides extensive resources and extracurricular options for residents.
School Overview
Total Schools
9
in Montgomery County
Total Enrollment
4,472
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
9 Public Schools in Montgomery County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery County High School | Montgomery County | 9–12 | High | 1,279 |
| McNabb Middle School | Montgomery County | 6–8 | Middle | 1,018 |
| Northview Elementary | Montgomery County | PK–5 | Primary | 622 |
| Camargo Elementary School | Montgomery County | PK–5 | Primary | 576 |
| Mapleton Elementary School | Montgomery County | PK–5 | Primary | 510 |
| Mount Sterling Elementary School | Montgomery County | PK–5 | Primary | 407 |
| The Sterling School | Montgomery County | 6–12 | Alternative | 47 |
| Gateway Children's Services | Montgomery County | 5–12 | Alternative | 13 |
| Montgomery County Area Technology Center | Kentucky Tech System | 8–12 | Vocational | 0 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$5,680
State avg $6,894
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Montgomery County, Kentucky — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Montgomery County, Kentucky?
Montgomery County supports a large student body of 4,472 across 9 public schools. The infrastructure includes four elementary schools, one middle school, and four high school programs.
How do schools in Montgomery County perform academically?
The county achieves a 94.0% graduation rate, outperforming both the state average of 93.8% and the national 87% mark. This success comes despite a lower per-pupil spending of $5,680 and a school score of 52.8.
What are the major school districts in Montgomery County, Kentucky?
The Montgomery County district oversees 8 major campuses and all 4,472 local students. There are no charter schools in the county, maintaining a traditional public school focus for all residents.
What is the school experience like in Montgomery County?
The county features five town schools and four rural schools, with a larger average school size of 559 students. Montgomery County High School is a major regional hub with 1,279 students, while McNabb Middle also serves over 1,000 students.
How can I find homes near good schools in Montgomery County, Kentucky?
Families looking for a mix of town amenities and rural space will appreciate Montgomery County's diverse school locales. The high school's substantial enrollment provides extensive resources and extracurricular options for residents.
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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.