Serving 20 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Big Stone School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 20 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Big Stone School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Big Stone School's student population of 20 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
20 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Big Stone School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Big Stone School is 0.00, 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
#160 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Stone School's ranking?
Big Stone School is ranked #160 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Big Stone School?
20 students attend Big Stone School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Big Stone School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Big Stone School?
Big Stone School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Big Stone School offer ?
Big Stone School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Big Stone School part of?
Big Stone School is part of Centerville Elementary School District.
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