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Big Rose Colony School
Elementary School · Shelby Elem
1010 Oilfield Avenue, Shelby, MT 59474
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
14
Student-Teacher
14:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Big Rose Colony School
Big Rose Colony School is a public elementary school in Shelby, MT, part of the Shelby Elem. The school serves approximately 14 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $54,004, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 14 students, Big Rose Colony School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Big Rose Colony School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 1010 Oilfield Avenue, Shelby, MT 59474
- Phone
- (406) 460-0010
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022).
Location
1010 Oilfield Avenue, Shelby, MT 59474
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Rose Colony School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunburst Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Sunburst). Another option is Shelby Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 6.8 miles away). Additionally, Valier School (rated 7.2/10, 25.7 miles away, in nearby Valier). For more schools in Shelby, see our Shelby schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Shelby High School Shelby | 6.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Shelby 7-8 Shelby | 6.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Shelby Elementary School Shelby | 6.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Sunburst High School Sunburst | 19.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Sunburst 7 - 8 Sunburst | 19.0 mi | — |
| Sunburst Elementary Sunburst | 19.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Horizon Elementary Cut Bank | 15.9 mi | — |
| Glacier Elementary School Cut Bank | 20.8 mi | — |
| Cut Bank Middle School Cut Bank | 18.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Cut Bank High School Cut Bank | 18.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Anna Jeffries Elementary Cut Bank | 18.9 mi | 7.0 |
| H C Davis Elementary Cut Bank | 18.9 mi | 3.4 |
| Cam Rose School Shelby | 24.7 mi | — |
| Conrad High School Conrad | 30.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Utterback 4-6 Conrad | 30.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Utterback 7-8 Conrad | 30.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Meadowlark School Conrad | 30.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Valier School Valier | 25.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Valier 7-8 Valier | 25.8 mi | — |
| Valier High School Valier | 25.8 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59474 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,004
Median Home Value
$203,600
Median Rent
$770/mo
Population
3,391
College Educated
22.1%
Homeownership
66.8%
Poverty Rate
10.8%
Median Age
44.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Big Rose Colony School has a median household income of $54,004. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $203,600, with a median rent of $770/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.8%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alder School Alder, MT | — |
| Alzada School Alzada, MT | — |
| Auchard Creek School Wolf Creek, MT | — |
| Ayers School Grass Range, MT | — |
| BLOOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Helena, MT | — |
| Basin School Basin, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Rose Colony School
What grades does Big Rose Colony School serve?
Big Rose Colony School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Big Rose Colony School?
Big Rose Colony School has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Rose Colony School?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Rose Colony School is 14:1. 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 Big Rose Colony School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Big Rose Colony School has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Big Rose Colony School a charter school?
No, Big Rose Colony School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Rose Colony School a Title I school?
No, Big Rose Colony School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Big Rose Colony School?
78.6% of students at Big Rose Colony 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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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (1,114/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 14
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Toole County
- Phone
- (406) 460-0010
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Shelby Elem- District Enrollment
- 403
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,115
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