Serving 24 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Trout Creek 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 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Trout Creek School's student population of 24 students has declined by 56% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
24 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Trout Creek 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 Trout Creek School is 0.41, 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
#313 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%

Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
10%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
8%
6%

Black
n/a
1%
White
75%
77%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
7%
7%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Trout Creek School's ranking?
Trout Creek School is ranked #313 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?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Trout Creek School?
24 students attend Trout Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Trout Creek School students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Trout Creek School?
Trout Creek School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Trout Creek School offer ?
Trout Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Trout Creek School part of?
Trout Creek School is part of Trout Creek Elementary School District.
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