MOUNT GILEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Mount Gilead Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Montgomery County Schools school district, located in Mount Gilead, NC with about 278 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 16 teachers, Mount Gilead Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Mount Gilead Elementary School, located at 100 School Street in Mount Gilead, North Carolina, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Montgomery County School district. As a community-focused elementary school, it provides instruction for students in the early stages of their academic journey, emphasizing core curriculum standards while fostering a supportive environment designed to help young learners develop essential literacy, mathematical, and social-emotional skills.

The school operates under the broader mission of the Montgomery County Schools system, which prioritizes student achievement, equitable access to resources, and community engagement. By leveraging its district affiliation, Mount Gilead Elementary benefits from centralized support systems and coordinated educational strategies. Families and community members can stay informed about the school’s academic calendar, programs, and district-wide initiatives by visiting their official website at http://montgomery.k12.nc.us.

For more information, contact Mount Gilead Elementary at (910) 439-5411 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.