Serving 36 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Harrison 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 3% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 36 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harrison School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Harrison, MT, covering approximately 509 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 30 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harrison School's student population of 36 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
36 students
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Harrison 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 Harrison School is 0.06, 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
#544 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
White
97%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harrison School's ranking?
Harrison School is ranked #544 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Harrison School?
36 students attend Harrison School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Harrison School students are White, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harrison School?
Harrison School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harrison School offer ?
Harrison School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harrison School part of?
Harrison School is part of Harrison K-12 Schools.
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