Serving 93 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winifred 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 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Winifred School's student population of 93 students has grown by 97% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 100% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
93 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Winifred 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 Winifred School is 0.08, 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
#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%

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

American Indian
3%
10%

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

Black
1%
1%

White
96%
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
28%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%

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 Winifred School's ranking?
Winifred 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 Winifred School?
93 students attend Winifred School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Winifred School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Winifred School?
Winifred School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winifred School offer ?
Winifred School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Winifred School part of?
Winifred School is part of Winifred K-12 Schools School District.
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