Serving 237 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Montgomery Preparatory Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Ohio for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 54%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 60%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is equal to the Ohio state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 35% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 237 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montgomery Preparatory Academy's student population of 237 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
237 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Rankings
Montgomery Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,181 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Preparatory Academy is 0.63, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.54. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2910 out of 3181 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
54%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
60%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
17:1
American Indian
3%
n/a
Asian
n/a
3%
Hispanic
11%
8%
Black
55%
17%
White
24%
65%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (18-19)
74%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Montgomery Preparatory Academy School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), OH Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montgomery Preparatory Academy's ranking?
Montgomery Preparatory Academy is ranked #2910 out of 3,181 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Ohio.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 54% OH state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% OH state average).
How many students attend Montgomery Preparatory Academy?
237 students attend Montgomery Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Montgomery Preparatory Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montgomery Preparatory Academy?
Montgomery Preparatory Academy has a student ration of 17:1, which is equal to the Ohio state average of 17:1.
What grades does Montgomery Preparatory Academy offer ?
Montgomery Preparatory Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Montgomery Preparatory Academy part of?
Montgomery Preparatory Academy is part of Montgomery Preparatory Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Montgomery Preparatory Academy located?
Montgomery Preparatory Academy is located in the Belmont neighborhood of Dayton, OH. There are 1 other public schools located in Belmont.
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