Serving 35 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Willow Creek School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willow Creek School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Willow Creek School's student population of 35 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
35 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Willow Creek School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willow Creek School is 0.00, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#375 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
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
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willow Creek School's ranking?
Willow Creek School is ranked #375 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Willow Creek School often compared to?
Willow Creek Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lamotte School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% 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 Willow Creek School?
35 students attend Willow Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Willow Creek School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willow Creek School?
Willow Creek School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Willow Creek School offer ?
Willow Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Willow Creek School part of?
Willow Creek School is part of Willow Creek Elementary School District.
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