Serving 249 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Ohio state average of 52%). 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 68% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Ohio state average of 34% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in OH
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (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 249 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Montgomery Preparatory Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 3,241 schools in Ohio (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montgomery Preparatory Academy is 0.59, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.53. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2854 out of 3241 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
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
7%
8%
Black
55%
17%
White
32%
66%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
74%
39%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #2854 out of 3,241 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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?
249 students attend Montgomery Preparatory Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Montgomery Preparatory Academy students are Black, 32% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
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
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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