Alberton School is a three-story brick school located in Alberton, Montana, United States which was listed on the National Register of Historic Places on January 13, 1997. Constructed in 1919 at a cost of US$70,000, the school was built to replace a wooden structure that burned in 1916.
Serving 89 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alberton Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 89 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alberton School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Alberton, MT, encompassing approximately 387.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 19.2 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 25.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alberton Elementary School's student population of 89 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
89 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alberton Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alberton Elementary School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#673 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
1%
White
88%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
25%
7%
Showing 2005–2014. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alberton Elementary School's ranking?
Alberton Elementary School is ranked #673 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Alberton Elementary School?
89 students attend Alberton Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Alberton Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alberton Elementary School?
Alberton Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alberton Elementary School offer ?
Alberton Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alberton Elementary School part of?
Alberton Elementary School is part of Alberton K-12 Schools.
School Reviews
Review Alberton Elementary School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Can Your Child Get Into School Clubs and Activities?
Discover whether your child can access advertised school clubs and activities, including enrollment limits, tryouts, fees, transportation, scheduling conflicts, and essential questions parents should ask before choosing schools today.
Who Supervises Students When Their Teacher Is Out?
Discover who supervises students when regular teachers are absent, how schools arrange classroom coverage, what qualifications substitutes need, and which questions parents should ask about safety and learning continuity.
When the School Nurse Isn't There: Parent Guide
Learn what happens when school nurses are absent, how public schools handle medications and emergencies, and which essential questions parents should ask to protect their children's health and safety daily.
