Serving 120 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Centerville School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (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.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 120 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Centerville School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Sand Coulee, MT, covering approximately 364.6 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 16.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Centerville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Centerville School's student population of 120 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
120 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
Centerville 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 Centerville School is 0.25, 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
#302 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Centerville School's ranking?
Centerville School is ranked #302 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Centerville School?
120 students attend Centerville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Centerville School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Centerville School?
Centerville School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Centerville School offer ?
Centerville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Centerville School part of?
Centerville School is part of Centerville Elementary School District.
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