Serving 6 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Benton Lake School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 6 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Benton Lake School's attendance zone covers the entire Floweree, MT school district, encompassing approximately 145.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 11.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benton Lake School's student population of 6 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
6 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Benton Lake School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
100%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)66.7%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Benton Lake School?
6 students attend Benton Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benton Lake School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benton Lake School?
Benton Lake School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benton Lake School offer ?
Benton Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Benton Lake School part of?
Benton Lake School is part of Benton Lake Elementary School District.
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