BARR REEVE MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

Barr Reeve Middle/High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Barr-Reeve Community Schools Inc school district, located in Montgomery, IN with about 403 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th 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 22 teachers, Barr Reeve Middle/High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Barr-Reeve Middle/High School, located in Montgomery, Indiana, is a small, rural public school serving students in grades 6 through 12. As part of the Barr-Reeve Community Schools Corporation, the institution is well-regarded for its tight-knit community atmosphere and a strong emphasis on academic achievement. Because of its size, the school is able to offer a personalized learning environment where faculty and staff often develop close relationships with their students, fostering a supportive culture that prioritizes both individual growth and collective success.

Academically and athletically, Barr-Reeve is frequently recognized for its excellence at the state level. The school maintains a rigorous curriculum that prepares students for post-secondary education and career paths, consistently performing well in Indiana’s state accountability metrics. Beyond the classroom, the school is deeply integrated into the local Montgomery community, with extracurricular activities—particularly their highly competitive basketball program—serving as a central hub for school spirit and community engagement. Overall, the school is viewed as a pillar of the local region, providing a high-quality education in a traditional, values-driven setting.

For more information, contact Barr Reeve Middle/High School at (812) 486-3265 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.