Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hyalite Elementary 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 52% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hyalite Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Hyalite Elementary School's student population of 553 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hyalite Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hyalite Elementary 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
#54 out of 722 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
24%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
68%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyalite Elementary School's ranking?
Hyalite Elementary School is ranked #54 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Hyalite Elementary School often compared to?
Hyalite Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Heck/quaw Elementary School, Emily Dickinson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hyalite Elementary School?
553 students attend Hyalite Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hyalite Elementary School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hyalite Elementary School?
Hyalite Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hyalite Elementary School offer ?
Hyalite Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Hyalite Elementary School part of?
Hyalite Elementary School is part of Bozeman Elementary School District.
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