Serving 30 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Hinsdale 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 37%). 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 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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-6
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- 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
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Hinsdale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
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Hinsdale School's student population of 30 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Hinsdale School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hinsdale School is 0.13, 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
#159 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
7%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
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
47%
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
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Hinsdale School's ranking?
Hinsdale School is ranked #159 out of 696 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 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hinsdale School?
30 students attend Hinsdale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Hinsdale School students are White, and 7% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hinsdale School?
Hinsdale School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hinsdale School offer ?
Hinsdale School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hinsdale School part of?
Hinsdale School is part of Hinsdale Elementary School District.
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