Serving 92 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Terry 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 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 92 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Terry School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 1,742.4 square miles in Terry, MT. The area typically allows for a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 29.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest edge being 45.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Terry School's student population of 92 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
92 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
Terry 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 Terry School is 0.29, 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
#567 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-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 Terry School's ranking?
Terry School is ranked #567 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Terry School?
92 students attend Terry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Terry School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terry School?
Terry School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Terry School offer ?
Terry School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Terry School part of?
Terry School is part of Terry K-12 Schools.
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