Serving 16 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Judith Gap School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 16 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Judith Gap School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Judith Gap School's student population of 16 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
16 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Judith Gap School is 0.11, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Football, Soccer, Volley Ball
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
How many students attend Judith Gap School?
16 students attend Judith Gap School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Judith Gap School students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Judith Gap School?
Judith Gap School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Judith Gap School offer ?
Judith Gap School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Judith Gap School part of?
Judith Gap School is part of Judith Gap Elementary School District.
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