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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Sunburst Elementary's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sunburst, MT, covering approximately 847.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 19 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 30.2 miles.
- 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
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
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%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
White
96%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2014–2024. Full 26-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 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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