Serving 141 students in grades Kindergarten-5, West Yellowstone 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Yellowstone School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Yellowstone School's student population of 141 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Total Students
141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
West Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone School is 0.51, which is more 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
#270 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
44%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
55%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Yellowstone School's ranking?
West Yellowstone School is ranked #270 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend West Yellowstone School?
141 students attend West Yellowstone School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of West Yellowstone School students are White, 44% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Yellowstone School?
West Yellowstone School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Yellowstone School offer ?
West Yellowstone School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5
What school district is West Yellowstone School part of?
West Yellowstone School is part of West Yellowstone K-12 School District.
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