Serving 7 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Wise River 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Wise River School's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Wise River, MT, covering approximately 524.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge located about 29.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wise River School's student population of 7 students has declined by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Wise River School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
White
100%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.3%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wise River School often compared to?
Wise River Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ramsay School, Divide School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Wise River School?
7 students attend Wise River School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Wise River School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wise River School?
Wise River School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wise River School offer ?
Wise River School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wise River School part of?
Wise River School is part of Wise River Elementary School District.
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