Serving 43 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Trinity 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 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 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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-8
- Enrollment: 43 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Trinity School's attendance zone covers the entire district of Canyon Creek, MT, encompassing approximately 330.9 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 15.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Trinity School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Trinity School's student population of 43 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
43 students
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Trinity School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Trinity School is 0.04, 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
#87 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
98%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.6%
35.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trinity School's ranking?
Trinity School is ranked #87 out of 696 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 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Trinity School?
43 students attend Trinity School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Trinity School students are White, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Trinity School?
Trinity School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Trinity School offer ?
Trinity School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Trinity School part of?
Trinity School is part of Trinity Elementary School District.
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