Serving 62 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Noxon 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Noxon School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 311.6 square miles around Noxon, MT. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.9 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Noxon School's student population of 62 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Noxon 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 Noxon School is 0.12, 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
#653 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
94%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
Showing 2006–2024. View full 26-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 Noxon School's ranking?
Noxon School is ranked #653 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Noxon School?
62 students attend Noxon School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Noxon School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Noxon School?
Noxon School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Noxon School offer ?
Noxon School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Noxon School part of?
Noxon School is part of Noxon Elementary School District.
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