Serving 243 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ennis School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 243 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ennis School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ennis School's student population of 243 students has grown by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
243 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Ennis School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ennis School is 0.08, 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
#15 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
96%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ennis School's ranking?
Ennis School is ranked #15 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ennis School?
243 students attend Ennis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Ennis School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ennis School?
Ennis School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ennis School offer ?
Ennis School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ennis School part of?
Ennis School is part of Ennis K-12 Schools School District.
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