FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the HIGHLAND FALLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in FORT MONTGOMERY, NY with about 194 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 2nd 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 14 teachers, FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL is a public school located in the small, historic community of Fort Montgomery, New York. It is part of the Highland Falls-Fort Montgomery Central School District, which serves the families of the surrounding Hudson Valley area, including many associated with the nearby United States Military Academy at West Point. The school is known for fostering a supportive, small-town atmosphere where educators work closely with the community to provide a foundational education for students in the elementary grades.

The school’s curriculum focuses on core academic development, social-emotional learning, and character building, aiming to prepare students for the transition to middle school. Through the district’s website, the school maintains transparent communication with parents regarding academic progress, extracurricular opportunities, and district-wide initiatives. By leveraging its unique geographic location and its status as a central hub for local families, Fort Montgomery Elementary strives to maintain a personalized learning environment that values both rigorous instruction and the diverse cultural backgrounds of its student body.

For more information, contact FORT MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL at (845) 446-1008 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.