Serving 9 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wisdom 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 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Wisdom School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Wisdom, MT, covering approximately 855.3 square miles. Parents can expect typical drive times of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 19.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 24.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wisdom School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Wisdom School's student population of 9 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
9 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wisdom 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 Wisdom School is 0.20, 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
5:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
89%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)44.4%
35.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
89%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wisdom School's ranking?
Wisdom 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 Wisdom School?
9 students attend Wisdom School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Wisdom School students are White, and 11% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wisdom School?
Wisdom School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wisdom School offer ?
Wisdom School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wisdom School part of?
Wisdom School is part of Wisdom Elementary School District.
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