Monforton Primary serves 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Attendance Zone: Monforton Primary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Bozeman, MT, encompassing approximately 11.1 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Monforton Primary's student population of 183 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Monforton Primary is 0.13, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Monforton Primary?
183 students attend Monforton Primary.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Monforton Primary students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Monforton Primary?
Monforton Primary has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Monforton Primary offer ?
Monforton Primary offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Monforton Primary part of?
Monforton Primary is part of Monforton Elementary School District.
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