Serving 227 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Newman 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Newman School's student population of 227 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
227 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Newman School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newman School is 0.63, which is more 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
#648 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
14%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
20%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
56%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Newman School's ranking?
Newman School is ranked #648 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Newman School often compared to?
Newman Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Newman School?
227 students attend Newman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Newman School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newman School?
Newman School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newman School offer ?
Newman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Newman School part of?
Newman School is part of Billings Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Newman School located?
Newman School is located in the Southwest Corridor neighborhood of Billings, MT. There are 2 other public schools located in Southwest Corridor.
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