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Montgomery County


At a glance
57thof 157 Kentucky districts▲ 25
Better than 63% of Kentucky districts
3400 Indian Mound Drive
Mount Sterling, KY 40353
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Statewide performance 2017–2025
2025: better than 63.7% of districts
8
Schools
4,442
Students
Top rankedNorthview Elementary183rd of 685 Kentucky elementary schools
Biggest riser
Camargo Elementary School up 57 spots statewide this year
Smallest classes
Camargo Elementary School 15.1 students per teacher
SchoolDigger ratings
4★
3★
2★
2 schools without a SchoolDigger rating (too few tested students)
Summary:

The schools in Montgomery County, Kentucky serve a diverse student population across 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools. While the district demonstrates a range of academic performance, a few schools stand out as top performers, such as Northview Elementary, which consistently ranks among the best in the state.

Across the district, there is a wide variation in student test scores, with some schools significantly outperforming county and state averages, while others struggle to meet benchmarks. Graduation rates are relatively high, ranging from 93.5% to 93.5% at the high schools. However, the district faces challenges with chronic absenteeism, with all schools reporting a 25.0% rate. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch also varies significantly, from 52.37% at Montgomery County High School to 88.14% at The Sterling School, which may be a contributing factor to the disparities in academic performance observed across the district.

The data also reveals variations in per-student spending and student-teacher ratios, suggesting that resource allocation may not be equitable across the district. Addressing these challenges and ensuring all students have access to a high-quality education will be crucial for the continued growth and success of Montgomery County schools.

Ranking:
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Kentucky Department of Education.

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