Serving 115 students in grades 4-6, Utterback 4-6 ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Utterback 4-6 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Utterback 4-6's student population of 115 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
115 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Utterback 4-6 ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Utterback 4-6 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
#154 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
2%
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cowboys And Cowgirls
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Utterback 4-6's ranking?
Utterback 4-6 is ranked #154 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Utterback 4-6?
115 students attend Utterback 4-6.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Utterback 4-6 students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Utterback 4-6?
Utterback 4-6 has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Utterback 4-6 offer ?
Utterback 4-6 offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Utterback 4-6 part of?
Utterback 4-6 is part of Conrad Elementary School District.
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