Serving 65 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Glacier School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: West Glacier School's attendance zone covers the entire district, encompassing approximately 640.5 square miles around West Glacier, MT. The area includes a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 39.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Glacier School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Glacier School's student population of 65 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
School Rankings
West Glacier School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Glacier School is 0.22, 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
#18 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 36-year historical data
American Indian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 1998–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
88%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
12%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Glacier School's ranking?
West Glacier School is ranked #18 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are West Glacier School often compared to?
West Glacier Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend West Glacier School?
65 students attend West Glacier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of West Glacier School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Glacier School?
West Glacier School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Glacier School offer ?
West Glacier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Glacier School part of?
West Glacier School is part of West Glacier Elementary School District.
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