Serving 296 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Central Heights School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Heights School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Central Heights School's student population of 296 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Heights School ranks within the top 10% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Heights School is 0.55, 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
#67 out of 707 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
11%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
15%
5%
Black
2%
1%
White
65%
78%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Heights School's ranking?
Central Heights School is ranked #67 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Central Heights School often compared to?
Central Heights Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlark School, Arrowhead School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Central Heights School?
296 students attend Central Heights School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central Heights School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Heights School?
Central Heights School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Heights School offer ?
Central Heights School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Central Heights School part of?
Central Heights School is part of Billings Elem School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Heights School located?
Central Heights School is located in the West End neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 3 other public schools located in West End.
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