Serving 33 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Westby 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 7:1 is lower 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Westby School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering an area of approximately 285.8 square miles in Westby, MT. Typically, families can expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 10.8 miles and the furthest point located 18.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westby School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Westby School's student population of 33 students has grown by 57% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Rankings
Westby 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 Westby School is 0.26, 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
#107 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
7:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westby School's ranking?
Westby School is ranked #107 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 Westby School?
33 students attend Westby School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Westby School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Westby School?
Westby School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Westby School offer ?
Westby School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Westby School part of?
Westby School is part of Westby K-12 Schools.
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