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Basin School
Elementary School · Basin Elem
PO Box 128, Basin, MT 59631
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
19
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Basin School
Elementary School in Basin · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Basin School
Basin School is a public elementary school in Basin, MT, part of Basin Elem. Basin School serves approximately 19 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Basin School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 19 students, Basin School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Basin School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Basin School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 128, Basin, MT 59631
- Phone
- (406) 225-3211
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 128, Basin, MT 59631
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Basin School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hawthorne School (rated 7.9/10, 24.4 miles away, in nearby Helena). Another option is Clancy School (rated 7.8/10, 18.7 miles away, in nearby Clancy). Additionally, Boulder Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 7.3 miles away, in nearby Boulder). For more schools in Basin, see our Basin schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Boulder Elementary School Boulder | 7.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Boulder 7-8 Boulder | 7.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Jefferson High School Boulder | 7.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Clancy 7-8 Clancy | 18.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Elliston School Elliston | 21.6 mi | — |
| Clancy School Clancy | 18.7 mi | 7.8 |
| East Middle School Butte | 21.9 mi | 5.1 |
| HIGHLAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butte | 22.0 mi | — |
| Hillcrest School Butte | 22.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Whittier School Butte | 22.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Emerson School Butte | 22.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Butte High School Butte | 22.3 mi | 4.6 |
| BUTTE CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Butte | 22.4 mi | 7.5 |
| BUTTE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Butte | 22.7 mi | 5.6 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Helena | 24.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Kennedy School Butte | 22.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Kessler Elementary School Helena | 24.8 mi | 6.1 |
| MOUNTAINSIDE MONTESSORI Helena | 24.1 mi | — |
| Hawthorne School Helena | 24.4 mi | 7.9 |
| C R Anderson Middle Schl Helena | 24.7 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59631 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$49,375
Median Home Value
$229,300
Population
367
College Educated
28.9%
Homeownership
83.2%
Poverty Rate
4.4%
Median Age
54.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Basin School
What grades does Basin School serve?
Basin School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Basin School?
Basin School has an enrollment of approximately 19 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Basin School?
The student-teacher ratio at Basin School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Basin School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Basin School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Basin School a charter school?
No, Basin School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Basin School a Title I school?
No, Basin School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Basin School?
52.6% of students at Basin School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 19
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.6%
- Phone
- (406) 225-3211
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