Serving 25 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Judith Gap School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Judith Gap School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Judith Gap, MT, covering an area of approximately 294.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 15-20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 19.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Judith Gap School's student population of 25 students has grown by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
25 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
3 students
School Motto
Education is the key to success.
School Rankings
The diversity score of Judith Gap School is 0.15, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
1%
White
92%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
19%
5%
Showing 2008–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
BaseballBasketball
FootballSoccer
Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
How many students attend Judith Gap School?
25 students attend Judith Gap School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Judith Gap School students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Judith Gap School?
Judith Gap School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Judith Gap School offer ?
Judith Gap School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Judith Gap School part of?
Judith Gap School is part of Judith Gap Elementary School District.
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