Serving 36 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Denton School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (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 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The Denton School's attendance zone covers the entire Denton, MT school district and encompasses approximately 550.3 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 31.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Denton School's student population of 36 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Denton 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 Denton School is 0.15, 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
#210 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Denton School's ranking?
Denton School is ranked #210 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?
40-59% 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 Denton School?
36 students attend Denton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Denton School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denton School?
Denton School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Denton School offer ?
Denton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Denton School part of?
Denton School is part of Denton Elementary School District.
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