Serving 244 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 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% 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-6
- Enrollment: 244 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The Ennis School's attendance zone covers the entire Ennis school district, encompassing approximately 1,449.6 square miles in Ennis, MT. Families living within this area can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 24.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 46.8 miles.
- 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 244 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
244 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
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 0.12, 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%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 29-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 31-year historical data
White
94%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-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 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?
244 students attend Ennis School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Ennis School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ennis School?
Ennis School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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.
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