Serving 310 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alkali Creek School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 310 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Alkali Creek School serves the northwest part of Billings, MT, covering an area of approximately 35.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alkali Creek School's student population of 310 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
310 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Billings Public Schools Community Strives to Inspire, Educate and Empower Students to be Responsible and Innovative Global Citizens who Achieve Their Full Potential.
School Rankings
Alkali Creek 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 Alkali Creek School is 0.41, which is more 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
#351 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Alkali Creek School's ranking?
Alkali Creek School is ranked #351 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Alkali Creek School often compared to?
Alkali Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead School, Beartooth School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Alkali Creek School?
310 students attend Alkali Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Alkali Creek School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alkali Creek School?
Alkali Creek School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alkali Creek School offer ?
Alkali Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Alkali Creek School part of?
Alkali Creek School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Alkali Creek School located?
Alkali Creek School is located in the Heights neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 8 other public schools located in Heights.
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