Serving 115 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Fair-mont-egan 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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-5
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fair-Mont-Egan School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Kalispell, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 29.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 3.2 miles and the furthest edge located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fair-mont-egan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fair-mont-egan School's student population of 115 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Together we empower each student with the skills and mindset to thrive in school, work, and life.
School Rankings
Fair-mont-egan 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 Fair-mont-egan 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
#224 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
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 Fair-mont-egan School's ranking?
Fair-mont-egan School is ranked #224 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Fair-mont-egan School often compared to?
Fair-mont-egan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cayuse Prairie School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Fair-mont-egan School?
115 students attend Fair-mont-egan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Fair-mont-egan School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fair-mont-egan School?
Fair-mont-egan School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fair-mont-egan School offer ?
Fair-mont-egan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fair-mont-egan School part of?
Fair-mont-egan School is part of Fair-Mont-Egan Elementary School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Harassment and bullying is the norm for this school very clicky if you're not influential or Rich will treat you like crap avoided at all cost
5 10/10/2025
The previous review is from 6 years ago and there has been a lot of turnover in these years. The school now has an awesome staff who are super nurturing and caring of the students. The cliques have been broken up and they have moved on. I'm happy to have my kids go here now.
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