Serving 258 students in grades 2-3, Browning Elementary 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 258 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Browning Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Browning, MT, covering approximately 2,186.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being 57 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Browning Elementary School's student population of 258 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
258 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Browning Elementary 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 Browning Elementary School is 0.06, 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
#690 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
97%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)97.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 16-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 Browning Elementary School's ranking?
Browning Elementary School is ranked #690 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Browning Elementary School?
258 students attend Browning Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Browning Elementary School students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Browning Elementary School?
Browning Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Browning Elementary School offer ?
Browning Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Browning Elementary School part of?
Browning Elementary School is part of Browning Elementary School District.
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