Serving 45 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Glacier Park 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 45 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: East Glacier Park School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 222 square miles in East Glacier Park, MT. Parents can expect typical drive times of 15-20 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 14.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Glacier Park School's student population of 45 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
45 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
East Glacier Park 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 East Glacier Park School is 0.23, 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
#659 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
87%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
13%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
14%
7%
Showing 2004–2014. View full 16-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Glacier Park School's ranking?
East Glacier Park School is ranked #659 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?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend East Glacier Park School?
45 students attend East Glacier Park School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of East Glacier Park School students are American Indian, and 13% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Glacier Park School?
East Glacier Park School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Glacier Park School offer ?
East Glacier Park School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Glacier Park School part of?
East Glacier Park School is part of East Glacier Park Elementary School District.
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