Serving 7 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Golden Ridge 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Golden Ridge School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Fairfield, MT, encompassing approximately 93.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Golden Ridge School's student population of 7 students has declined by 82% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Golden Ridge 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 Golden Ridge School is 0.00, 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
#500 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 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)
30-39%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
White
100%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
50%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (18-19)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Golden Ridge School's ranking?
Golden Ridge School is ranked #500 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Golden Ridge School?
7 students attend Golden Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Golden Ridge School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Golden Ridge School?
Golden Ridge School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Golden Ridge School offer ?
Golden Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Golden Ridge School part of?
Golden Ridge School is part of Golden Ridge Elementary School District.
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