Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Riverview School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Riverview School serves the southern part of its school district in Miles City, MT, covering an extensive area of approximately 428.5 square miles. Families in this attendance zone typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 23.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Riverview School's student population of 8 students has grown by 166% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Year Founded
1953
School Motto
Live Your West Life
School Rankings
The diversity score of Riverview School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)≥50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
White
100%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
How many students attend Riverview School?
8 students attend Riverview School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Riverview School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Riverview School?
Riverview School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Riverview School offer ?
Riverview School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Riverview School part of?
Riverview School is part of Trail Creek Elementary School District.
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