Serving 108 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bainville School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 108 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bainville School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bainville school district, covering approximately 287.3 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical drive time of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 11.7 miles and the furthest edge reaching 18.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bainville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bainville School's student population of 108 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
108 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
Bainville School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bainville School is 0.27, 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
#275 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bainville School's ranking?
Bainville School is ranked #275 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Bainville School often compared to?
Bainville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Culbertson School, Froid Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Bainville School?
108 students attend Bainville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bainville School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bainville School?
Bainville School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bainville School offer ?
Bainville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bainville School part of?
Bainville School is part of Bainville K-12 Schools.
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