Serving 23 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hill Top Colony 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hill Top Colony School's student population of 23 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
23 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hill Top Colony School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hill Top Colony School is 0.00, 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
#536 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
23:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Top Colony School's ranking?
Hill Top Colony School is ranked #536 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hill Top Colony School?
23 students attend Hill Top Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hill Top Colony School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hill Top Colony School?
Hill Top Colony School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hill Top Colony School offer ?
Hill Top Colony School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hill Top Colony School part of?
Hill Top Colony School is part of Centerville Elem School District.
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