Serving 348 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Rocky Boy 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 8% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 348 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Rocky Boy School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Box Elder, MT, covering an area of approximately 132.6 square miles. The zone's typical drive to the school is between 10 to 15 minutes, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum distance of 11.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rocky Boy School's student population of 348 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
348 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Rocky Boy 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 Rocky Boy School is 0.02, 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
#682 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
99%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
10%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Mascot
Northern Stars And Morning Stars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Boy School's ranking?
Rocky Boy School is ranked #682 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Rocky Boy School often compared to?
Rocky Boy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Box Elder School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Rocky Boy School?
348 students attend Rocky Boy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Rocky Boy School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Boy School?
Rocky Boy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rocky Boy School offer ?
Rocky Boy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rocky Boy School part of?
Rocky Boy School is part of Rocky Boy Elementary School District.
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