Serving 13 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sunset 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 20%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Asian and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 13 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sunset School's student population of 13 students has grown by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
13 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Sunset School ranks within the top 20% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset School is 0.49, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#112 out of 707 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
8%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
69%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sunset School's ranking?
Sunset School is ranked #112 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Sunset School?
13 students attend Sunset School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Sunset School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sunset School?
Sunset School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sunset School offer ?
Sunset School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Sunset School part of?
Sunset School is part of Sunset Elem School District.
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The smaller setting has really helped my child achieve more and made her love learning again.
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