Serving 148 students in grades 6-8, Elysian Middle School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Elysian 7-8 serves the entire district in Billings, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 8.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 1.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 2.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elysian Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Elysian Middle School's student population of 148 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
148 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elysian Middle 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 Elysian Middle School is 0.31, 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
#134 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
5%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
2%
1%
White
83%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elysian Middle School's ranking?
Elysian Middle School is ranked #134 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Elysian Middle School often compared to?
Elysian Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Custer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Elysian Middle School?
148 students attend Elysian Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Elysian Middle School students are White, 5% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elysian Middle School?
Elysian Middle School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elysian Middle School offer ?
Elysian Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elysian Middle School part of?
Elysian Middle School is part of Elysian Elementary School District.
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