Serving 29 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Belfry School ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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: 29 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Belfry School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Belfry School District, covering approximately 218.3 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 7.9 miles, and some areas extending as far as 13.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Belfry School's student population of 29 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
29 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Belfry 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 Belfry School is 0.19, 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
#544 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
10%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
33%
10%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 11-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 Belfry School's ranking?
Belfry School is ranked #544 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Belfry School often compared to?
Belfry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fromberg School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Belfry School?
29 students attend Belfry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Belfry School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Belfry School?
Belfry School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Belfry School offer ?
Belfry School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Belfry School part of?
Belfry School is part of Belfry K-12 Schools.
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