Serving 33 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Willow Creek 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 3% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 33 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 3%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Willow Creek School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 127.6 square miles in Willow Creek, MT, with typical travel times ranging from 10 to 15 minutes and an average distance of 6.2 miles to the zone's edge, reaching up to 12.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Willow Creek School's student population of 33 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
33 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering All to Achieve Success!
School Rankings
Willow Creek 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 Willow Creek School is 0.06, 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
White
97%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2011–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
Showing 2013–2024. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Creek School's ranking?
Willow Creek School is ranked #374 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Willow Creek School often compared to?
Willow Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamotte School, Three Forks Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Willow Creek School?
33 students attend Willow Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
97% of Willow Creek School students are White, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willow Creek School?
Willow Creek School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willow Creek School offer ?
Willow Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willow Creek School part of?
Willow Creek School is part of Willow Creek Elementary School District.
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