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Elk Creek Mennonite
Middle School
586 1ST RD S, Fort Shaw, MT 59443
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
26
Student-Teacher
6.7:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Elk Creek Mennonite
Elk Creek Mennonite is a Mennonite private middle school in Fort Shaw, MT 59443. The school serves approximately 26 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 6.7:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $79,132, where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a distant rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 26 students, Elk Creek Mennonite 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.
With a student-teacher ratio of 6.7:1, Elk Creek Mennonite offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
As a private school, Elk Creek Mennonite operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26 students
- Type
- Private · Mennonite
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Address
- 586 1ST RD S, Fort Shaw, MT 59443
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in MT aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
586 1ST RD S, Fort Shaw, MT 59443
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elk Creek Mennonite may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Sun River Middle School (rated 7.5/10, 11.1 miles away, in nearby Simms). Additionally, Fairfield 7-8 (rated 5.7/10, 10.9 miles away, in nearby Fairfield). For more schools in Fort Shaw, see our Fort Shaw schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Fort Shaw Elem School Simms | 6.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Greenfield School Fairfield | 6.4 mi | 8.6 |
| Greenfield 7-8 Fairfield | 6.4 mi | — |
| Power School Power | 8.9 mi | 6.0 |
| Power 7-8 Power | 8.9 mi | — |
| Power High School Power | 8.9 mi | 9.1 |
| FAIRFIELD MENNONITE SCHOOL Fairfield | 6.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Cascade Colony School Simms | 11.2 mi | — |
| Vaughn School Vaughn | 9.3 mi | 7.3 |
| Vaughn 7-8 Vaughn | 9.3 mi | — |
| Sun River Middle School Simms | 11.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Simms High School Simms | 11.1 mi | 6.7 |
| Fairhaven Colony Ulm | 14.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Fairfield Elementary School Fairfield | 10.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Fairfield 7-8 Fairfield | 10.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Fairfield High School Fairfield | 10.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Hillcrest Colony Elementary Vaughn | 11.5 mi | — |
| Dutton/Brady Elementary Dutton | 17.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Dutton/Brady High School Dutton | 17.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Dutton/Brady Middle School Dutton | 17.9 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,132
Median Home Value
$273,100
Population
692
College Educated
26.9%
Homeownership
82.6%
Poverty Rate
18.6%
Median Age
40.5
Community Profile
The community surrounding Elk Creek Mennonite has a median household income of $79,132. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $273,100. The area has a poverty rate of 18.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elk Creek Mennonite
What grades does Elk Creek Mennonite serve?
Elk Creek Mennonite serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Elk Creek Mennonite?
Elk Creek Mennonite has an enrollment of approximately 26 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elk Creek Mennonite?
The student-teacher ratio at Elk Creek Mennonite is 6.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Elk Creek Mennonite a private school?
Yes, Elk Creek Mennonite is a private coeducational school with a Mennonite affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Elk Creek Mennonite a religious school?
Elk Creek Mennonite has a Mennonite religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 26
- Gender Split
- 46% M / 54% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Mennonite
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- CASCADE
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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