Serving 20 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Swan Valley School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Swan Valley School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Condon, MT, covering approximately 372.9 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 12 miles and the furthest edge extending up to 16.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Swan Valley School's student population of 20 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Swan Valley 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 Swan Valley School is 0.18, 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
#252 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
7%
White
90%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Swan Valley School's ranking?
Swan Valley School is ranked #252 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Swan Valley School?
20 students attend Swan Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Swan Valley School students are White, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Swan Valley School?
Swan Valley School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Swan Valley School offer ?
Swan Valley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Swan Valley School part of?
Swan Valley School is part of Swan Valley Elementary School District.
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