Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alkali Creek School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alkali Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Alkali Creek School's student population of 335 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Alkali Creek School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alkali Creek School is 0.41, which is more 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
#351 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
76%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alkali Creek School's ranking?
Alkali Creek School is ranked #351 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Alkali Creek School often compared to?
Alkali Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Arrowhead School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Alkali Creek School?
335 students attend Alkali Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Alkali Creek School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alkali Creek School?
Alkali Creek School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alkali Creek School offer ?
Alkali Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Alkali Creek School part of?
Alkali Creek School is part of Billings Elem School District.
In what neighborhood is Alkali Creek School located?
Alkali Creek School is located in the Heights neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 8 other public schools located in Heights.
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