Very Good
#1615 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 34% in state
Based on limited data
Fort Montgomery Elementary School
Elementary School · HIGHLAND FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 287, Highland Falls, NY 10928
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on NY statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
203
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
7.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,615 of 4,742
In Highland Falls
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HIGHLAND FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Fort Montgomery Elementary School
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About Fort Montgomery Elementary School
Fort Montgomery Elementary School is a public elementary school in Highland Falls, NY, part of HIGHLAND FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Fort Montgomery Elementary School serves approximately 203 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Fort Montgomery Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,615 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 7.1 · Very Good
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Fort Montgomery Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Fort Montgomery Elementary School Compares
See how Fort Montgomery Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO BOX 287, Highland Falls, NY 10928
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Fort Montgomery Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Cold Spring), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GARRISON SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Garrison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MANITOU SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Cold Spring), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Highland Falls, see our Highland Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JAMES I O'NEILL HIGH SCHOOL Highland Falls | 1.3 mi | 8.1 |
| HIGHLAND FALLS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Highland Falls | 2.7 mi | 7.1 |
| GARRISON SCHOOL Garrison | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| OAKSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill | 4.3 mi | 6.4 |
| URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill | 4.2 mi | 4.6 |
| PEEKSKILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Peekskill | 4.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill | 4.8 mi | 7.2 |
| BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan | 5.5 mi | 6.3 |
| WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill | 5.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 4.5 mi | 6.9 |
| HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill | 4.7 mi | 4.7 |
| THE STORM KING SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 6.3 mi | 9.0 |
| HALDANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cold Spring | 6.3 mi | 7.5 |
| HALDANE HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring | 6.3 mi | 9.3 |
| HALDANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cold Spring | 6.3 mi | 7.6 |
| FRANK G LINDSEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montrose | 6.1 mi | 6.9 |
| HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose | 6.1 mi | 8.6 |
| STONY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point | 6.6 mi | 3.8 |
| MANITOU SCHOOL Cold Spring | 6.3 mi | 7.3 |
| JAMES A FARLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point | 7.4 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10928 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$96,106
Median Home Value
$307,800
Median Rent
$1,717/mo
Population
5,273
College Educated
32.8%
Homeownership
59.4%
Avg Commute
24.8 min
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Median Age
42.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CALVIN U SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Painted Post, NY | 7.1 |
| FLOYD HARWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hartford, NY | 7.1 |
| GREENE PRIMARY SCHOOL Greene, NY | 7.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Fresh Meadows, NY | 7.1 |
| KINDERGARTEN CENTER Lynbrook, NY | 7.1 |
| LEARNING TREE CULTURAL CENTER INC Bronx, NY | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Fort Montgomery Elementary School
What grades does Fort Montgomery Elementary School serve?
Fort Montgomery Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend Fort Montgomery Elementary School?
Fort Montgomery Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 203 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Fort Montgomery Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Fort Montgomery Elementary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Fort Montgomery Elementary School rank in NY?
Fort Montgomery Elementary School ranks #1,615 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Fort Montgomery Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Fort Montgomery Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Fort Montgomery Elementary School a charter school?
No, Fort Montgomery Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Fort Montgomery Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Fort Montgomery Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Fort Montgomery Elementary School?
40.4% of students at Fort Montgomery Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 203
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Orange County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.5%
- Phone
- (845) 446-1008
Resources & Links
District
HIGHLAND FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,022
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,703
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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