Serving 65 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kircher School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 65 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kircher School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Kircher School's student population of 65 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
65 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Kircher School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kircher School is 0.27, 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
#320 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
9%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kircher School's ranking?
Kircher School is ranked #320 out of 696 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Kircher School?
65 students attend Kircher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Kircher School students are White, 9% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kircher School?
Kircher School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kircher School offer ?
Kircher School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kircher School part of?
Kircher School is part of Kircher Elementary School District.
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