Serving 171 students in grades 4-5, Frenchtown Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 171 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Frenchtown Intermediate School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Frenchtown, MT, covering approximately 342.1 square miles. Families can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 16.6 miles, and the furthest edge located 32.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Frenchtown Intermediate School's student population of 171 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
171 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Frenchtown Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frenchtown Intermediate School is 0.26, 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
#470 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frenchtown Intermediate School's ranking?
Frenchtown Intermediate School is ranked #470 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Frenchtown Intermediate School?
171 students attend Frenchtown Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Frenchtown Intermediate School students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frenchtown Intermediate School?
Frenchtown Intermediate School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frenchtown Intermediate School offer ?
Frenchtown Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Frenchtown Intermediate School part of?
Frenchtown Intermediate School is part of Frenchtown K-12 Schools.
School Reviews
Review Frenchtown Intermediate School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
When a Public School Cancels a Course Your Child Needs
Learn what parents can do when public schools cancel essential courses, including protecting graduation credits, finding approved alternatives, requesting substitutions, and preventing disruptions to college or career plans before deadlines.
Verify School Assignment Before Buying a House
Before buying a house, learn how to verify your child's assigned public school, check conflicting property listings, confirm enrollment eligibility, and avoid costly school assignment surprises before closing on a property.
School Bus Commute Times: What Parents Should Know
Discover how long school bus commutes really take, why routes vary, and what parents should ask about pickup times, student fatigue, transportation reliability, and daily schedules before choosing schools.
