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Montgomery County

Indiana · Public K-12

Montgomery County operates 17 public K-12 schools across Indiana, with a combined student body of roughly 6,261 and a county population near 38,312. That works out to 10 elementary, 3 middle, and 4 high schools.

7-year change in Montgomery County

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
6,261
+120 (+2%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
17
+1 (+6%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
82%
was 85%
% Hispanic
13%
was 10%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
Schools
17
3 districts
Enrollment
6,261
NCES CCD
Median income
$71,479
Above Indiana avg
Free/reduced lunch
46.8%
Below Indiana avg
Elementary
10
3,025 students
Middle
3
1,361 students
High
4
1,875 students
Combined / other
0
schools
LARGEST DISTRICT
Crawfordsville Community Schools
2,730 students · 3 districts in Montgomery County

County vs. school enrollment demographics

Left bar is the racial makeup of Montgomery County residents (Census ACS 5-year). Right bar is the enrollment-weighted makeup of public schools in the county (NCES CCD). NCES systematically under-reports Hispanic, Pacific Islander, and Native American enrollment for many schools; where the resident share is meaningful but the reported school share is zero, we mark the school bar "not reported".

County residents
White
90%
Hispanic
6%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
6%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
School enrollment
White
82%
Hispanic
13%
Black
1%
Asian
1%
Two or more
3%
Native American
0%
Pacific Islander
0%
Bachelor's+
20.4%
adults 25+
Poverty rate
5.5%
ACS 5-year
Unemployment
3.3%
civilian labor
Median age
40
23.0% under 18

Test scores in Montgomery County

Latest 2024-25 ELA proficiency, 11 schools ranked. Indiana state average: 39.2%.

See all 11 schools in Montgomery County ranked by score →

All schools (17)

LargestA-ZTop rated
NameCityLevelGradesEnrollmentRating
Crawfordsville Sr High SchoolCrawfordsvilleHigh09-12682·
Crawfordsville Middle SchoolCrawfordsvilleMiddle06-08569·
North Montgomery High SchoolCrawfordsvilleHigh09-12547·
Southmont Sr High SchoolCrawfordsvilleHigh09-12476·
New Market Elementary SchoolNew MarketElementaryPK-05468·
North Montgomery Middle SchoolCrawfordsvilleMiddle06-08400·
Southmont Jr High SchoolCrawfordsvilleMiddle06-08392·
Laura Hose Elementary SchoolCrawfordsvilleElementaryPK-01387·
Meredith Nicholson Elementary SchCrawfordsvilleElementary02-03377·
Mollie B Hoover Elementary SchoolCrawfordsvilleElementary04-05375·
Lester B Sommer Elementary SchoolCrawfordsvilleElementaryPK-05342·
Pleasant Hill Elementary SchoolCrawfordsvilleElementaryPK-05287·
Sugar Creek Elementary SchoolCrawfordsvilleElementaryPK-05271·
Ladoga Elementary SchoolLadogaElementaryPK-05182·
Athens Virtual Academy of IndianaCrawfordsvilleHigh07-12170·
Willson Preschool AcademyCrawfordsvilleElementaryPK-PK170·
Walnut Elementary SchoolNew RossElementaryPK-05166·

Cities in Montgomery County

Crawfordsville14 schoolsLadoga1 schoolNew Market1 schoolNew Ross1 school

About Montgomery County

Montgomery County is a low-population Indiana county of about 38,312 residents, home to 17 public schools and roughly 6,261 students.

Looking at the broader picture, census numbers show typical household earnings sit around $71,479, 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and roughly 6% of residents live below the federal poverty line.

In terms of grade levels, Montgomery County is made up of 10 elementary schools (3,025 students), 3 middle schools (1,361), and 4 high schools (1,875).

Crawfordsville Community Schools is the biggest district by enrollment, covering about 2,730 students across Montgomery County.

Looking at the last 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 6,261 students, stayed largely flat from the 6,141 reported in SY 2017-18. Over that span, Montgomery County opened 1 school, going from 16 to 17. The Hispanic share of public-school enrollment expanded from 10% to 13%.

In the discussion threads here, the community for Montgomery County discusses sports rivalries, cross-district programs, and shared facilities. Posts come from current and former families, staff, and alumni.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Montgomery County?
Montgomery County, Indiana has 17 public K-12 schools serving approximately 6,261 students.
How many high schools are in Montgomery County?
Montgomery County, Indiana has 4 public high schools, serving approximately 1,875 students.
How many middle schools are in Montgomery County?
Montgomery County, Indiana has 3 public middle schools, serving approximately 1,361 students.
How many elementary schools are in Montgomery County?
Montgomery County, Indiana has 10 public elementary schools, serving approximately 3,025 students.
What is the largest school district in Montgomery County?
Crawfordsville Community Schools is the largest school district in Montgomery County, serving approximately 2,730 students. The county contains 3 school districts overall.
What is the population of Montgomery County?
Montgomery County, Indiana has a population of approximately 38,312, with a median age of 40. About 23.0% of residents are under 18.
What is the median household income in Montgomery County?
Median household income in Montgomery County is $71,479, above the Indiana average of $70,257. About 5.5% of residents live below the federal poverty line.
How educated are residents of Montgomery County?
Approximately 20.4% of adults 25 and older in Montgomery County hold a bachelor's degree or higher, according to the Census ACS 5-year estimate.
What share of students in Montgomery County qualify for free or reduced lunch?
Roughly 46.8% of students in Montgomery County public schools qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, a common proxy for low-income enrollment. This is lower than the Indiana county average of 48.4%.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Montgomery County schools?
Across Montgomery County public schools, the enrollment-weighted student-teacher ratio is approximately 15.3 to 1.

Montgomery County school rankings

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DATA · Census ACS 5-year · NCES Common Core of Data