Serving 608 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Montgomery Pre K-8 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Minnesota for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Minnesota state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Minnesota state average of 40% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MN
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery Pre K-8's student population of 608 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montgomery Pre K-8 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,773 schools in Minnesota (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Pre K-8 is 0.37, 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
#1241 out of 1773 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
13:1
American Indian
1%
2%
Asian
1%
7%
Hispanic
14%
12%
Black
3%
12%
White
78%
60%
Two or more races
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.7%
27.3%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Pre K-8's ranking?
Montgomery Pre K-8 is ranked #1241 out of 1,773 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Minnesota.
What schools are Montgomery Pre K-8 often compared to?
Montgomery Pre K-8is often viewed alongside schools like Raven Stream Elementary School, Nova Classical Academy Upper School, Tri-city United High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% MN state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MN state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Pre K-8?
608 students attend Montgomery Pre K-8.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Montgomery Pre K-8 students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Pre K-8?
Montgomery Pre K-8 has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Minnesota state average of 13:1.
What grades does Montgomery Pre K-8 offer ?
Montgomery Pre K-8 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Pre K-8 part of?
Montgomery Pre K-8 is part of Tri-City United School District.
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