Serving 249 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newman School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 249 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newman School serves the southeast part of Billings, MT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 6.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 4.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newman School's student population of 249 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
249 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newman School is 0.64, 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
#648 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
18%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
3%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
55%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newman School's ranking?
Newman School is ranked #648 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Newman School often compared to?
Newman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Newman School?
249 students attend Newman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Newman School students are White, 18% of students are American Indian, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newman School?
Newman School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newman School offer ?
Newman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newman School part of?
Newman School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Newman School located?
Newman School is located in the Southwest Corridor neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 2 other public schools located in Southwest Corridor.
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