Serving 70 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Gardiner School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (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 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: 70 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Gardiner School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Gardiner, MT, covering approximately 594.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 19.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching 34.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardiner School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Gardiner School's student population of 70 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
70 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gardiner 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 Gardiner 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
#235 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
87%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 12-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. 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 Gardiner School's ranking?
Gardiner School is ranked #235 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Gardiner School often compared to?
Gardiner Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead Elementary School, East Side School, Pine Creek School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Gardiner School?
70 students attend Gardiner School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Gardiner School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardiner School?
Gardiner School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gardiner School offer ?
Gardiner School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gardiner School part of?
Gardiner School is part of Gardiner Elementary School District.
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