Serving 495 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Boulder School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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: 495 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Boulder School serves the southwest part of Billings, MT, covering an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. Most families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boulder School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Boulder School's student population of 495 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 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
Boulder School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boulder School is 0.29, 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
#208 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcats
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boulder School's ranking?
Boulder School is ranked #208 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Boulder School often compared to?
Boulder Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead School, Blue Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Boulder School?
495 students attend Boulder School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Boulder School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Boulder School?
Boulder School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Boulder School offer ?
Boulder School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Boulder School part of?
Boulder School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
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