Serving 400 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Broadwater 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 25-29% (which is lower than 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 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Broadwater School serves the southeast part of Billings, MT, covering an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1 mile from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Broadwater School's student population of 400 students has grown by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
400 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire Educate Empower
School Rankings
Broadwater 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 Broadwater School is 0.60, 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
#561 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
13%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)24.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Broadwater School's ranking?
Broadwater School is ranked #561 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Broadwater School often compared to?
Broadwater Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burlington School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% 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 Broadwater School?
400 students attend Broadwater School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Broadwater School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Broadwater School?
Broadwater School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Broadwater School offer ?
Broadwater School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Broadwater School part of?
Broadwater School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Broadwater School located?
Broadwater School is located in the Central Terry neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 1 other public schools located in Central Terry.
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