According to 2000 federal census data, it serves a resident population of 13,512.

By 2010, the US Census Bureau reported the district's population declined to 13,209 people.

High school students may choose to attend Lycoming County Career and Technical Center for training in the construction and mechanical trades.

The BLaST Intermediate Unit IU17 provides the district with a wide variety of services like specialized education for disabled students and hearing, speech and visual disability services and professional development for staff and faculty.

The Montoursville Area School District offers a wide variety of clubs, activities and an extensive, publicly funded sports program.