Serving 63 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kinsey 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 63 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kinsey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Kinsey School's student population of 63 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
63 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Kinsey 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 Kinsey School is 0.04, which is less 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
#261 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
10%

Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%

Black
n/a
1%

White
98%
77%

Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kinsey School's ranking?
Kinsey School is ranked #261 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Kinsey School?
63 students attend Kinsey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Kinsey School students are White, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Kinsey School?
Kinsey School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kinsey School offer ?
Kinsey School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Kinsey School part of?
Kinsey School is part of Kinsey Elementary School District.
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