Serving 127 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Yellowstone 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Yellowstone School is located in West Yellowstone, MT, and its attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 436.8 square miles. Families within this area can expect a typical travel time of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.8 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.6 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Yellowstone School's student population of 127 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Wolverines!
School Rankings
West Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone School is 0.52, which is more 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
#402 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
49%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
49%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wolverines
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Yellowstone School's ranking?
West Yellowstone School is ranked #402 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend West Yellowstone School?
127 students attend West Yellowstone School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of West Yellowstone School students are Hispanic, 49% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Yellowstone School?
West Yellowstone School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Yellowstone School offer ?
West Yellowstone School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Yellowstone School part of?
West Yellowstone School is part of West Yellowstone K-12 School District.
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