Serving 129 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Broadus School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower 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 12% 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-6
- Enrollment: 129 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Broadus School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Broadus, MT, covering approximately 2,358.7 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 28 miles and the furthest edge located 52 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadus School's student population of 129 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
129 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Broadus 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 Broadus School is 0.22, 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
#507 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
7%
White
88%
76%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broadus School's ranking?
Broadus School is ranked #507 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Broadus School?
129 students attend Broadus School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Broadus School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadus School?
Broadus School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Broadus School offer ?
Broadus School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broadus School part of?
Broadus School is part of Broadus Elementary School District.
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