Mary G Montgomery High School ranked #1006 in Alabama in 2023, declining from #708 in 2019 and showing a downward trend in overall state ranking over recent years.
Math proficiency dropped to 13% in 2023, lower than the state average of 30%, while reading proficiency was 25%, lower than the state average of 47%, and science proficiency stood at 26%, lower than the state average of 38%.
Enrollment slightly declined from 1,996 students in 2022 to 1,965 in 2023, with minority enrollment at 38% and 47% of students eligible for free lunch, indicating socioeconomic challenges.
The school served grades 9–12 with 1,918 students in total and maintained a student–teacher ratio of 17:1 in 2023.
Graduation rate was 87% in 2023, slightly below the state average of 88%, with rates consistently near or below state levels over the past decade.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,888 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in AL)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary G Montgomery High School's student population of 1,888 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,888 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1965
Colors
Black, Columbia blue
School Rankings
Mary G Montgomery High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 1,275 schools in Alabama (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary G Montgomery High School is 0.55, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1006 out of 1275 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
30%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
38%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
2%
Hispanic
7%
12%
Black
28%
31%
White
61%
50%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
88%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), AL Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Viking
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary G Montgomery High School's ranking?
Mary G Montgomery High School is ranked #1006 out of 1,275 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Alabama.
What schools are Mary G Montgomery High School often compared to?
Mary G Montgomery High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 30% AL state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% AL state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mary G Montgomery High School?
The graduation rate of Mary G Montgomery High School is 87%, which is lower than the Alabama state average of 88%.
How many students attend Mary G Montgomery High School?
1,888 students attend Mary G Montgomery High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mary G Montgomery High School students are White, 28% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mary G Montgomery High School?
Mary G Montgomery High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Alabama state average of 17:1.
What grades does Mary G Montgomery High School offer ?
Mary G Montgomery High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary G Montgomery High School part of?
Mary G Montgomery High School is part of Mobile County School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary G Montgomery High School located?
Mary G Montgomery High School is located in the Azalea neighborhood of Semmes, AL. There are 1 other public schools located in Azalea.
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