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Deerfield School
Elementary School · Deerfield Elem
1211 Oro Country Road, Lewistown, MT 59457
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
13
Student-Teacher
13:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Deerfield School
Elementary School in Lewistown · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Deerfield School
Deerfield School is a public elementary school in Lewistown, MT, part of Deerfield Elem. Deerfield School serves approximately 13 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13:1 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 Deerfield School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 13 students, Deerfield 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.
Deerfield 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.
31% of students at Deerfield School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Address
- 1211 Oro Country Road, Lewistown, MT 59457
- Phone
- (406) 538-3852
- 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 24 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
1211 Oro Country Road, Lewistown, MT 59457
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deerfield School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Denton School (rated 9.8/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Denton). Another option is Moore School (rated 9.4/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Moore). Additionally, Winifred School (rated 8.8/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Winifred). For more schools in Lewistown, see our Lewistown schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Spring Creek Colony Schl Lewistown | 7.8 mi | — |
| King Colony School Lewistown | 14.3 mi | — |
| Denton High School Denton | 13.2 mi | — |
| Denton School Denton | 13.2 mi | 9.8 |
| Denton 6-8 Denton | 13.2 mi | — |
| Moore School Moore | 20.0 mi | 9.4 |
| Moore 6-8 Moore | 20.0 mi | — |
| Moore High School Moore | 20.0 mi | — |
| Highland Park School Lewistown | 17.1 mi | 8.2 |
| BEACON STAR AMISH SCHOOL Moore | 21.1 mi | 3.4 |
| BEACON STAR SCHOOL Moore | 21.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Lewistown 7-8 Lewistown | 17.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Garfield School Lewistown | 17.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Lewis & Clark School Lewistown | 18.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Fergus High School Lewistown | 18.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Hobson School Hobson | 20.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Hobson High School Hobson | 20.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Hobson 6-8 Hobson | 20.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Winifred School Winifred | 24.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Winifred High School Winifred | 24.6 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,682
Median Home Value
$205,500
Median Rent
$877/mo
Population
9,215
College Educated
23.3%
Homeownership
64.6%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
46.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deerfield School
What grades does Deerfield School serve?
Deerfield School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Deerfield School?
Deerfield School has an enrollment of approximately 13 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deerfield School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deerfield School is 13:1. 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 Deerfield School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deerfield School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 42% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Deerfield School a charter school?
No, Deerfield School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deerfield School a Title I school?
No, Deerfield School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deerfield School?
100.0% of students at Deerfield 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 13
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Fergus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.8%
- Phone
- (406) 538-3852
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