West School serves 248 students in grades 1-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 248 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Attendance Zone: West School serves the entire district of Laurel, MT, with an attendance zone that spans approximately 174.2 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 15-20 minutes to reach the school, which is located about 7.8 miles from the average boundary and extends up to 15.9 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West School's student population of 248 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
248 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Motto
Dedicated to the individual development of each student, every day, without exception
School Rankings
The diversity score of West School is 0.27, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend West School?
248 students attend West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of West School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West School?
West School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West School offer ?
West School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West School part of?
West School is part of Laurel Elementary School District.
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