Serving 20 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Melville School ranks in the top 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 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Melville School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Melville, MT, covering approximately 605.1 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 13.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melville School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Melville School's student population of 20 students has declined by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Total Classroom Teachers (23-24)
3 teachers
School Rankings
Melville School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Melville 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
#261 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
White
100%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melville School's ranking?
Melville School is ranked #261 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Melville School?
20 students attend Melville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Melville School students are White.
What grades does Melville School offer ?
Melville School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Melville School part of?
Melville School is part of Melville Elementary School District.
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