Serving 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Morin School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (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 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% 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: 35 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Morin School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Billings, MT, encompassing approximately 359.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 11.4 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 20.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Morin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Morin School's student population of 35 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
35 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 Rankings
Morin School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Morin School is 0.45, 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
#159 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
71%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
20%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Morin School's ranking?
Morin School is ranked #159 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Morin School often compared to?
Morin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miles Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Morin School?
35 students attend Morin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Morin School students are American Indian, 20% of students are White, and 9% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Morin School?
Morin School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Morin School offer ?
Morin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Morin School part of?
Morin School is part of Morin Elementary School District.
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