Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bynum School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bynum School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Bynum School's student population of 8 students has declined by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
8 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Bynum School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bynum School is 0.48, which is more 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
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
38%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
62%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bynum School's ranking?
Bynum School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Bynum School?
8 students attend Bynum School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Bynum School students are White, and 38% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bynum School?
Bynum School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bynum School offer ?
Bynum School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Bynum School part of?
Bynum School is part of Bynum Elementary School District.
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