Serving 40 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Moore School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Moore School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Moore, MT, covering approximately 311.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 and 30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 24 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Moore School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Moore School's student population of 40 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
40 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
All students engage in learning to become productive citizens today and tomorrow.
School Rankings
Moore School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Moore School is 0.04, 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
#72 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
98%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 1996–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Moore School's ranking?
Moore School is ranked #72 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Moore School?
40 students attend Moore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Moore School students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Moore School?
Moore School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Moore School offer ?
Moore School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Moore School part of?
Moore School is part of Moore Elementary School District.
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