Serving 285 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Heights 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Central Heights School serves the southwest part of Billings, MT, covering an area of approximately 5.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 3.1 miles, reaching up to 6.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Heights School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Heights School's student population of 285 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Inspire, Educate, Empower
School Rankings
Central Heights 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 Central Heights School is 0.56, 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
#222 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
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)34%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Bears
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Heights School's ranking?
Central Heights School is ranked #222 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Central Heights School often compared to?
Central Heights Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlark School, Arrowhead School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Central Heights School?
285 students attend Central Heights School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Central Heights School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Central Heights School?
Central Heights School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Heights School offer ?
Central Heights School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Central Heights School part of?
Central Heights School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Heights School located?
Central Heights School is located in the West End neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 3 other public schools located in West End.
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