Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Amsterdam School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Amsterdam School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Manhattan, MT, encompassing approximately 76.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles.
- 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
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amsterdam School's student population of 149 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
A Quality Rural School
School Rankings
Amsterdam School ranks within the top 1% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amsterdam 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
#2 out of 696 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
10%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 25-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 Amsterdam School's ranking?
Amsterdam School is ranked #2 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% 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?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Amsterdam School?
149 students attend Amsterdam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Amsterdam School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amsterdam School?
Amsterdam School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Amsterdam School part of?
Amsterdam School is part of Amsterdam Elementary School District.
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