At a glance
Reported students
376
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
29
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Virginia elementary enrollment
24th percentile
Compared with 1,139 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
376
Eastern Montgomery Elementary: 376 reported students.
State peer staffing position
34th percentile
13:1 reported; state peer median 13.9:1. 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
- 361
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34.36
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.5:1
What the reported data says about Eastern Montgomery Elementary
Eastern Montgomery Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Elliston. It is one of 21 current school records connected to Montgomery County Public Schools. NCES reports 376 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,139 elementary schools in Virginia with comparable records, this school is smaller than the reported median of 503 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 24th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13:1, close to the Virginia median of 13.9:1 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 (80.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (13.6%). English learners represent 5.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 14.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Eastern Montgomery Elementary
- 1How do the reported 13:1 student–teacher ratio and 29 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 1 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
- 5.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 14.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 88%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.25
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White80.6%
- Hispanic13.6%
- Black1.3%
- Asian0.3%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial3.7%
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
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 Montgomery County Public Schools
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Kipps Elementary
Elementary · Grades KG–05
358 reported students
Christiansburg Elementary
Elementary · Grades 03–05
401 reported students
Christiansburg Primary
Elementary · Grades PK–02
346 reported students
Margaret Beeks Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
346 reported students
Prices Fork Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
457 reported students
Gilbert Linkous Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
292 reported students
Public schools near Eastern Montgomery Elementary
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glenvar Elementary Elementary · Roanoke County Public Schools | PK–05 | 372 | 7.6 mi |
| Fort Lewis Elementary Elementary · Roanoke County Public Schools | PK–05 | 250 | 8.7 mi |
| Back Creek Elementary Elementary · Roanoke County Public Schools | PK–05 | 274 | 8.8 mi |
| Falling Branch Elementary Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools | PK–05 | 535 | 9.2 mi |
| Margaret Beeks Elementary Elementary · Montgomery County Public Schools | PK–05 | 346 | 9.6 mi |
| South Salem Elementary Elementary · Salem City Public Schools | PK–05 | 371 | 9.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Eastern Montgomery Elementary
What grades does Eastern Montgomery Elementary serve?
Eastern Montgomery Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Montgomery County Public Schools.
How many students attend Eastern Montgomery Elementary?
Eastern Montgomery Elementary reported 376 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 24th percentile among 1,139 Virginia elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 361 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Eastern Montgomery Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 13:1, based on 376 students and 29 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Virginia median for the same school level is 13.9:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Eastern Montgomery Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Eastern Montgomery Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Montgomery County Public Schools attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Eastern Montgomery Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
88% 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 Eastern Montgomery Elementary in?
Eastern Montgomery Elementary is part of Montgomery County Public Schools, based in Christiansburg, VA, which operates 21 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Eastern Montgomery Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Glenvar Elementary (7.6 mi), Fort Lewis Elementary (8.7 mi), Back Creek Elementary (8.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.