Serving 343 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bigfork Elementary 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 41% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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-5
- Enrollment: 343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bigfork Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Bigfork, MT, covering approximately 131.7 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the zone is around 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge located 14.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bigfork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bigfork Elementary School's student population of 343 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
343 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bigfork Elementary 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 Bigfork Elementary School is 0.13, 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
#232 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
93%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Bigfork Elementary School's ranking?
Bigfork Elementary School is ranked #232 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Bigfork Elementary School often compared to?
Bigfork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swan River School, Lakeside Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Bigfork Elementary School?
343 students attend Bigfork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bigfork Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bigfork Elementary School?
Bigfork Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bigfork Elementary School offer ?
Bigfork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bigfork Elementary School part of?
Bigfork Elementary School is part of Bigfork Elementary School District.
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