Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ophir Elementary 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Ophir Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Big Sky, MT, covering an area of approximately 431.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 18 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ophir Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ophir Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Ophir Elementary 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 Ophir Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#360 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ophir Elementary School's ranking?
Ophir Elementary School is ranked #360 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ophir Elementary School?
169 students attend Ophir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ophir Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ophir Elementary School?
Ophir Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ophir Elementary School offer ?
Ophir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ophir Elementary School part of?
Ophir Elementary School is part of Big Sky School K-12 School District.
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