Serving 373 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Big Sky Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Sky Elementary serves the southwest part of Billings, MT, covering an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located about 3.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Sky Elementary School's student population of 373 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning for all ~ Every day
School Rankings
Big Sky Elementary 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 Big Sky Elementary School is 0.59, which is more 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
#429 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
12%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
14%
7%
Black
3%
1%
White
61%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Sky Elementary School's ranking?
Big Sky Elementary School is ranked #429 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Big Sky Elementary School often compared to?
Big Sky Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bitterroot School, Bench School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Big Sky Elementary School?
373 students attend Big Sky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Big Sky Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Sky Elementary School?
Big Sky Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Big Sky Elementary School offer ?
Big Sky Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Sky Elementary School part of?
Big Sky Elementary School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Big Sky Elementary School located?
Big Sky Elementary School is located in the West End neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 3 other public schools located in West End.
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