For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,989 students in Montgomery, NY.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Montgomery, NY are Valley Central Middle School, Berea Elementary School and Montgomery Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montgomery, NY public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the New York public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 48% statewide average). Elementary schools in Montgomery have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Montgomery, NY (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Valley Central Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1189 State Rt 17k
Montgomery, NY 12549
(845) 457-2400
Montgomery, NY 12549
(845) 457-2400
Grades: 6-8
| 952 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Berea Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
946 State Rt 17k
Montgomery, NY 12549
(845) 457-2400
Montgomery, NY 12549
(845) 457-2400
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #2 - 32. - 3.
Montgomery Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
141 Union St
Montgomery, NY 12549
(845) 457-2400
Montgomery, NY 12549
(845) 457-2400
Grades: K-5
| 537 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Montgomery, NY?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Montgomery, NY include Valley Central Middle School, Berea Elementary School and Montgomery Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Montgomery?
3 public elementary schools are located in Montgomery.
What is the racial composition of students in Montgomery?
Montgomery public elementary schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public elementary schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Montgomery are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Montgomery include: Montgomery Elementary School vs. Berea Elementary School, Berea Elementary School vs. Montgomery Elementary School
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