Hidden Lake Elementary School serves 19 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
Hidden Lake Elementary School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- 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
Hidden Lake Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hidden Lake Elementary School's student population of 19 students has grown by 216% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
19 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Hidden Lake Elementary School is ranked within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Hidden Lake Elementary School is 0.00, 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
#180 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
19:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
78%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups


Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
37%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hidden Lake Elementary School's ranking?
Hidden Lake Elementary School is ranked #180 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 Hidden Lake Elementary School?
19 students attend Hidden Lake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hidden Lake Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hidden Lake Elementary School?
Hidden Lake Elementary School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hidden Lake Elementary School offer ?
Hidden Lake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hidden Lake Elementary School part of?
Hidden Lake Elementary School is part of Cut Bank Elem School District.
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