Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Davey Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Davey Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district in Havre, MT, encompassing approximately 52.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone being nearly 29 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davey Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Davey Elementary School's student population of 8 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Davey Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davey Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#87 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
13%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Black
12%
1%
White
75%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)75%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davey Elementary School's ranking?
Davey Elementary School is ranked #87 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Davey Elementary School?
8 students attend Davey Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Davey Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are American Indian, and 12% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davey Elementary School?
Davey Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Davey Elementary School offer ?
Davey Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Davey Elementary School part of?
Davey Elementary School is part of Davey Elementary School District.
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