Serving 3 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hammond 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% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 3 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hammond School serves the entire district in Hammond, MT, covering approximately 464.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 16.3 miles to the edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 31 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hammond School's student population of 3 students has declined by 78% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
3 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hammond 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hammond School?
3 students attend Hammond School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hammond School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hammond School?
Hammond School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hammond School offer ?
Hammond School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hammond School part of?
Hammond School is part of Hawks Home Elementary School District.
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