Serving 220 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Box Elder 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 220 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Box Elder School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Box Elder School's student population of 220 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
220 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Box Elder School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Box Elder School is 0.04, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#683 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
98%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Box Elder School's ranking?
Box Elder School is ranked #683 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Box Elder School often compared to?
Box Elder Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Boy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Box Elder School?
220 students attend Box Elder School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Box Elder School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Box Elder School?
Box Elder School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Box Elder School offer ?
Box Elder School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Box Elder School part of?
Box Elder School is part of Box Elder Elem School District.
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