Serving 836 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, East Montgomery Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Tennessee for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 34%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Tennessee state average of 37%).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Tennessee state average of 43% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 836 students
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in TN
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Montgomery Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Tennessee for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
East Montgomery Elementary School's student population of 836 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
836 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
Campus Size
20 acres
School Rankings
East Montgomery Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 1,728 schools in Tennessee (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Montgomery Elementary School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.62. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#109 out of 1728 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
34%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
37%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
15:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
2%
Hispanic
11%
16%
Black
9%
20%
White
69%
57%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
45%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Montgomery County School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TN Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Montgomery Elementary School's ranking?
East Montgomery Elementary School is ranked #109 out of 1,728 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Tennessee.
What schools are East Montgomery Elementary School often compared to?
East Montgomery Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sango Elementary School, Rossview Elementary School, Carmel Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 34% TN state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 37% TN state average).
How many students attend East Montgomery Elementary School?
836 students attend East Montgomery Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of East Montgomery Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What grades does East Montgomery Elementary School offer ?
East Montgomery Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Montgomery Elementary School part of?
East Montgomery Elementary School is part of Montgomery County School District.
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