At a glance
Reported students
539
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
42.56
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
12.7:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
KG–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York elementary enrollment
74th percentile
Compared with 2,546 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
518
Montgomery Elementary School: 539 reported students.
State peer staffing position
67th percentile
12.7:1 reported; state peer median 11.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 513
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.3:1
What the reported data says about Montgomery Elementary School
Montgomery Elementary School is a public elementary school serving grades KG–05 in Montgomery. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Valley Central School District (Montgomery). NCES reports 539 students for 2024–25.
Among 2,546 elementary schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 416 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 74th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 12.7:1, close to the New York median of 11.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (59%) and Hispanic or Latino (28.8%). English learners represent 1.6% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 16.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
Questions worth asking Montgomery Elementary School
- 1How do the reported 12.7:1 student–teacher ratio and 42.56 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 0 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 1.6%
- Students with disabilities
- 16.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 27.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 0
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 1
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White59%
- Hispanic28.8%
- Black4.6%
- Asian2.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial5%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Valley Central School District (Montgomery)
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Berea Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
497 reported students
Walden Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
447 reported students
East Coldenham Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
339 reported students
Valley Central Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
945 reported students
Valley Central High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,385 reported students
Public schools near Montgomery Elementary School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berea Elementary School Elementary · Valley Central School District (Montgomery) | KG–05 | 497 | 2.8 mi |
| Walden Elementary School Elementary · Valley Central School District (Montgomery) | KG–05 | 447 | 3.8 mi |
| East Coldenham Elementary School Elementary · Valley Central School District (Montgomery) | KG–05 | 339 | 6.2 mi |
| Pine Bush Elementary School Elementary · Pine Bush Central School District | PK–05 | 648 | 6.5 mi |
| E J Russell Elementary School Elementary · Pine Bush Central School District | PK–05 | 524 | 6.6 mi |
| Ostrander Elementary School Elementary · Wallkill Central School District | PK–06 | 481 | 6.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Montgomery Elementary School
What grades does Montgomery Elementary School serve?
Montgomery Elementary School reports grades KG–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Valley Central School District (Montgomery).
How many students attend Montgomery Elementary School?
Montgomery Elementary School reported 539 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 74th percentile among 2,546 New York elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 513 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Montgomery Elementary School?
The calculated ratio is 12.7:1, based on 539 students and 42.56 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 11.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Montgomery Elementary School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Montgomery Elementary School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Valley Central School District (Montgomery) attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Montgomery Elementary School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
27.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Montgomery Elementary School in?
Montgomery Elementary School is part of Valley Central School District (Montgomery), based in Montgomery, NY, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Montgomery Elementary School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Berea Elementary School (2.8 mi), Walden Elementary School (3.8 mi), East Coldenham Elementary School (6.2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.