Serving 321 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 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alkali Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alkali Creek School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
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 0.40, which is equal to 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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
77%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
321 students attend Alkali Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Alkali Creek School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% 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 16:1, 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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