Serving 15 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Helmville School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Helmville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Helmville School's student population of 15 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Helmville School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Helmville School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#161 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Helmville School's ranking?
Helmville School is ranked #161 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Helmville School?
15 students attend Helmville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Helmville School students are White, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Helmville School?
Helmville School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Helmville School offer ?
Helmville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Helmville School part of?
Helmville School is part of Helmville Elem School District.
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