Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Fort Benton 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 60-64% (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 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 162 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Fort Benton School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering an area of approximately 720 square miles around Fort Benton, MT, with typical drives to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes and an average distance of 14.8 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 30.5 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Benton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fort Benton School's student population of 162 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Students are the first priority at Fort Benton Schools
School Rankings
Fort Benton 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 Fort Benton School is 0.24, 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
#20 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
School Mascot
Longhorns
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Benton School's ranking?
Fort Benton School is ranked #20 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?
60-64% 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 Fort Benton School?
162 students attend Fort Benton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Fort Benton School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fort Benton School?
Fort Benton School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fort Benton School offer ?
Fort Benton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fort Benton School part of?
Fort Benton School is part of Fort Benton Elementary School District.
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