Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Eagle Cliffs Elementary 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 49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eagle Cliffs Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
416 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eagle Cliffs 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 Eagle Cliffs Elementary School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#257 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
82%
77%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eagle Cliffs Elementary School's ranking?
Eagle Cliffs Elementary School is ranked #257 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Eagle Cliffs Elementary School often compared to?
Eagle Cliffs Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Heights School, Custer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Eagle Cliffs Elementary School?
416 students attend Eagle Cliffs Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Eagle Cliffs Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eagle Cliffs Elementary School?
Eagle Cliffs Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eagle Cliffs Elementary School offer ?
Eagle Cliffs Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Eagle Cliffs Elementary School part of?
Eagle Cliffs Elementary School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Eagle Cliffs Elementary School located?
Eagle Cliffs Elementary School is located in the Heights neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 8 other public schools located in Heights.
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