Serving 58 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Glacier School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Glacier School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Glacier School's student population of 58 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
58 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Glacier School ranks within the top 5% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Glacier School is 0.28, 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
#32 out of 707 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
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
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
11%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Glacier School's ranking?
West Glacier School is ranked #32 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are West Glacier School often compared to?
West Glacier Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend West Glacier School?
58 students attend West Glacier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of West Glacier School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Glacier School?
West Glacier School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Glacier School offer ?
West Glacier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is West Glacier School part of?
West Glacier School is part of West Glacier Elem School District.
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