Serving 222 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Big Timber School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Timber School serves the entire district of Big Timber, MT, covering an area of approximately 379.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.3 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, which extends up to 19.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Timber School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Big Timber School's student population of 222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Big Timber 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 Big Timber School is 0.25, 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
#259 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Timber School's ranking?
Big Timber School is ranked #259 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Big Timber School often compared to?
Big Timber Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Big Timber 7-8, Sweet Grass Co High 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 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Big Timber School?
222 students attend Big Timber School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Big Timber School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Timber School?
Big Timber School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Big Timber School offer ?
Big Timber School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Timber School part of?
Big Timber School is part of Big Timber Elementary School District.
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