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#1549 of 2,221 schools in MO

Montgomery City Elem.

Elementary School · MONTGOMERY CO. R-II

817 N HARPER ST, Montgomery City, MO 63361

Enrollment

331

Student-Teacher

12.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Missouri schools

#1,549 of 2,221

In Montgomery City

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

MONTGOMERY CO. R-II

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Montgomery City Elem.

5.4/10

Elementary School in Montgomery City · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Montgomery City Elem.

Montgomery City Elem. is a public elementary school in Montgomery City, MO, part of MONTGOMERY CO. R-II. Montgomery City Elem. serves approximately 331 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

Montgomery City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,549 of 2,221 schools in MO. Structured state assessment records for Montgomery City Elem. show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

How it compares1.5 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • MO avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

Montgomery City Elem. sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data16
Annual Change-1.9 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2025
TrendDeclining
Academics4.5Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency35.2% (2025 MAP)
Reading/ELA Proficiency33.6% (2025 MAP)
Math vs. State Avg-12.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-12.7 pts
Overall Proficiency34% (2025 MAP, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2025 MAP)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile26th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,462
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

Montgomery City Elem. — Students at Montgomery City Elem. score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MO MAP (2024-25)

Math Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.4% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)
ELA Proficiency 39.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2025)
School
State
47.7% (multi-year state average, 2024-2025)

Based on 40 test records from MO state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2010
Math
40%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
41%
2012
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
42%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
32%
ELA
27%
2024
Math
39.4%
ELA
33.3%
2025
Math
35.2%
ELA
33.6%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.9/10.

How Montgomery City Elem. Compares

See how Montgomery City Elem. performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
30th percentile in MO
Academic
4.5/10
Below Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

817 N HARPER ST, Montgomery City, MO 63361

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Montgomery City Elem. may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. JONESBURG ELEM. (rated 8.4/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Jonesburg), which scores notably higher. Another option is HERMANN ELEM. (rated 7.1/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Hermann), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN ELEM. (rated 6.6/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby Wellsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Montgomery City, see our Montgomery City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.1 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL Montgomery City 0.4 mi 6.3
MONTGOMERY CO. MIDDLE Montgomery City 2.5 mi 5.0
MONTGOMERY CO. HIGH Montgomery City 2.7 mi 6.8
WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN HS Wellsville 7.4 mi 6.6
WELLSVILLE-MIDDLETOWN ELEM. Wellsville 7.4 mi 6.6
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Martinsburg 10.9 mi 5.2
WILLIAMSBURG ELEM. Williamsburg 11.3 mi 6.0
COMMUNITY ELEM. Laddonia 14.5 mi 6.0
COMMUNITY HIGH Laddonia 14.5 mi 7.6
JONESBURG ELEM. Jonesburg 14.7 mi 8.4
ST GEORGE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Hermann 19.5 mi 6.0
HERMANN ELEM. Hermann 19.7 mi 7.1
HERMANN MIDDLE Hermann 20.5 mi 4.2
HERMANN HIGH Hermann 20.7 mi 7.7
VAN-FAR JR./SR. HIGH Vandalia 22.1 mi 6.9
VAN-FAR ELEM. Vandalia 22.4 mi 4.7
HAWK POINT ELEM. Hawk Point 20.3 mi 5.0
NORTH CALLAWAY MIDDLE SCHOOL Auxvasse 20.4 mi 7.8
Hopewell Acad Early Chld Cntr Warrenton 22.4 mi 4.5
MISSOURI MILITARY ACADEMY Mexico 23.1 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 63361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$54,091

Median Home Value

$180,000

Median Rent

$724/mo

Population

4,477

College Educated

21.7%

Homeownership

76.1%

Avg Commute

27.2 min

Poverty Rate

16.2%

Median Age

42.5

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BILLINGS ELEM. Billings, MO 5.4
BRIARCLIFF ELEMENTARY Kansas City, MO 5.4
BRYANT ELEM. Independence, MO 5.4
COLE CO. R-I ELEM. Russellville, MO 5.4
DIAMOND ELEM. Diamond, MO 5.4
GEORGE M. NULL ELEM. St. Charles, MO 5.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Montgomery City Elem.

What grades does Montgomery City Elem. serve?

Montgomery City Elem. serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Montgomery City Elem.?

Montgomery City Elem. has an enrollment of approximately 331 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Montgomery City Elem.?

The student-teacher ratio at Montgomery City Elem. is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Montgomery City Elem. rank in MO?

Montgomery City Elem. ranks #1,549 of 2,221 schools in MO.

What is Montgomery City Elem.'s MySchoolScout rating?

Montgomery City Elem. has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Montgomery City Elem.?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Montgomery City Elem. has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2025).

Is Montgomery City Elem. a charter school?

No, Montgomery City Elem. is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Montgomery City Elem. a Title I school?

No, Montgomery City Elem. is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Montgomery City Elem.?

53.2% of students at Montgomery City Elem. qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
32 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
331
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Montgomery County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

District

MONTGOMERY CO. R-II
District Enrollment
1,082
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$11,462
District Rank
#3 of 4

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