Serving 106 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Swan River 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swan River School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Bigfork, MT, encompassing approximately 27.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swan River School's student population of 106 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swan River 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 Swan River School is 0.19, 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
#528 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
1%
White
90%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan River School's ranking?
Swan River School is ranked #528 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Swan River School often compared to?
Swan River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bigfork Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Swan River School?
106 students attend Swan River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Swan River School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swan River School?
Swan River School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Swan River School offer ?
Swan River School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swan River School part of?
Swan River School is part of Swan River Elementary School District.
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