Serving 445 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Bigfork Elementary School ranks in the top 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 35% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 445 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bigfork Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bigfork Elementary School's student population of 445 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
445 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bigfork Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bigfork Elementary School is 0.13, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#296 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bigfork Elementary School's ranking?
Bigfork Elementary School is ranked #296 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Bigfork Elementary School often compared to?
Bigfork Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Swan River School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Bigfork Elementary School?
445 students attend Bigfork Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Bigfork Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bigfork Elementary School?
Bigfork Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bigfork Elementary School offer ?
Bigfork Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Bigfork Elementary School part of?
Bigfork Elementary School is part of Bigfork Elementary School District.
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