Serving 111 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hot Springs 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 111 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hot Springs School's attendance zone covers the entire Hot Springs, MT school district, encompassing approximately 514.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 15.9 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 28.1 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hot Springs School's student population of 111 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
111 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs School is 0.53, which is more 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
#602 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
65%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
20%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hot Springs School's ranking?
Hot Springs School is ranked #602 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hot Springs School?
111 students attend Hot Springs School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hot Springs School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hot Springs School?
Hot Springs School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hot Springs School offer ?
Hot Springs School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hot Springs School part of?
Hot Springs School is part of Hot Springs K-12 School District.
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