Serving 57 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sunburst Elementary School ranks in the top 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 57 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunburst Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sunburst Elementary School's student population of 57 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
57 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sunburst Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunburst Elementary School is 0.08, 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
#235 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
96%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunburst Elementary School's ranking?
Sunburst Elementary School is ranked #235 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Sunburst Elementary School?
57 students attend Sunburst Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Sunburst Elementary School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunburst Elementary School?
Sunburst Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sunburst Elementary School offer ?
Sunburst Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sunburst Elementary School part of?
Sunburst Elementary School is part of Sunburst K-12 Schools.
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