Serving 19 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hill Top Colony 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 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 19 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hill Top Colony School's student population of 19 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
19 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Hill Top Colony 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 Hill Top Colony 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
#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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
White
100%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Top Colony School's ranking?
Hill Top Colony 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 Hill Top Colony School?
19 students attend Hill Top Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hill Top Colony School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hill Top Colony School?
Hill Top Colony School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hill Top Colony School offer ?
Hill Top Colony School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hill Top Colony School part of?
Hill Top Colony School is part of Centerville Elementary School District.
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