Serving 182 students in grades Prekindergarten-1, Garfield School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% 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-1
- Enrollment: 182 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Attendance Zone: Garfield School's attendance zone covers the entire Lewistown, MT school district, encompassing approximately 744.2 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 15.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 25.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Garfield School's student population of 182 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
182 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Excellence Today, Success Tomorrow
School Rankings
The diversity score of Garfield School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)50-54%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
92%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MT state average).
How many students attend Garfield School?
182 students attend Garfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Garfield School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Garfield School?
Garfield School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Garfield School offer ?
Garfield School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-1 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Garfield School part of?
Garfield School is part of Lewistown Elementary School District.
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