West Yellowstone K-12 School District
School District · West Yellowstone, Montana
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,324
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,324
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.7:1
Evaluating West Yellowstone K-12?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Yellowstone K-12 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
West Yellowstone School
West Yellowstone · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Yellowstone 6-8
West Yellowstone · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
West Yellowstone HS
West Yellowstone · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Montana rank
#114 of 153
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Montana avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,324
+$56 vs Montana median
District size
273 students
Typical than Montana median
The short answer
West Yellowstone K-12 ranks #114 of 153 Montana districts by overall school rating. West Yellowstone K-12's schools with real test data average 5.6/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are West Yellowstone School (7.8/10), West Yellowstone 6-8 (4.9/10), and West Yellowstone HS (4.2/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in West Yellowstone K-12
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Yellowstone School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 2 | West Yellowstone 6-8 | 4.9 / 10 |
| 3 | West Yellowstone HS | 4.2 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West Yellowstone K-12
West Yellowstone K-12 is a West Yellowstone, Montana school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 273 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.7:1. The district invests $13,324 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.6/10, West Yellowstone K-12 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is West Yellowstone School, which has a composite score of 7.8/10.
In standardized testing, West Yellowstone K-12 students show an average math proficiency of 33.3% and ELA proficiency of 55.8%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Yellowstone K-12, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Yellowstone K-12 with test data.
Schools in West Yellowstone K-12
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Montana
- City
- West Yellowstone
- Total Enrollment
- 273
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Yellowstone K-12?
West Yellowstone K-12 has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Yellowstone K-12?
The average composite rating for West Yellowstone K-12 is 5.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Yellowstone K-12?
West Yellowstone K-12 spends $13,324 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Yellowstone K-12?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Yellowstone K-12 is 13.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Yellowstone K-12?
West Yellowstone School is the highest-rated school in West Yellowstone K-12 with a composite score of 7.8/10.
What are the test scores in West Yellowstone K-12?
Across schools in West Yellowstone K-12 with test data, the average math proficiency is 33.3% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Yellowstone K-12 compare to other districts in Montana?
West Yellowstone K-12 has an average school rating of 5.6/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Montana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 33.3%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.8%
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Compare West Yellowstone K-12 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Billings Elem (28)
- Great Falls Elem (17)
- Helena Elem (13)
- Missoula Elem (12)
- Bozeman Elem (11)
- Cut Bank Elem (7)
- Browning Elem (7)
- Butte Elem (7)
- Kalispell Elem (7)
- Dutton/brady K-12 Schools (5)
- East Helena K-12 (5)
- Hardin Elem (5)
- Miles City Elem (5)
- Centerville Elem (5)
- Lockwood K-12 (4)
- Baker K-12 Schools (4)
- Belgrade Elem (4)
- Corvallis K-12 Schools (4)
- Frenchtown K-12 Schools (4)
- Hamilton K-12 Schools (4)
- Havre Elem (4)
- Hellgate Elem (4)
- Laurel Elem (4)
- Lewistown Elem (4)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Montana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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