Serving 341 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 35%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 341 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Sky Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Big Sky Elementary School's student population of 341 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
341 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Big Sky Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Sky Elementary School is 0.58, 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
#438 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
13%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
11%
6%
Black
3%
1%
White
62%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Sky Elementary School's ranking?
Big Sky Elementary School is ranked #438 out of 722 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 Bench School, Bitterroot 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 35% 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?
341 students attend Big Sky Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Big Sky Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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 17:1, 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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