Serving 156 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Amsterdam School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amsterdam School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Amsterdam School's student population of 156 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amsterdam School ranks within the top 5% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amsterdam School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#18 out of 707 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amsterdam School's ranking?
Amsterdam School is ranked #18 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Amsterdam School often compared to?
Amsterdam Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan Elementary School, Anderson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Amsterdam School?
156 students attend Amsterdam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Amsterdam School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amsterdam School?
Amsterdam School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Amsterdam School offer ?
Amsterdam School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Amsterdam School part of?
Amsterdam School is part of Amsterdam Elem School District.
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