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Hidden Lake Elementary
Elementary School · Cut Bank Elem
101 3rd Avenue SE, Cut Bank, MT 59427
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
23
Student-Teacher
23:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Hidden Lake Elementary
Hidden Lake Elementary is a public elementary school in Cut Bank, MT, part of the Cut Bank Elem. The school serves approximately 23 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 23:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 25% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $59,219, where 18% 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 23 students, Hidden Lake Elementary 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.
The student-teacher ratio at Hidden Lake Elementary is 23:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
Located in a rural area, Hidden Lake Elementary 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
- 23 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Address
- 101 3rd Avenue SE, Cut Bank, MT 59427
- Website
- cutbankschools.net
- Phone
- (406) 336-3696
- 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 6 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.
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2019) to 25% (2022).
Location
101 3rd Avenue SE, Cut Bank, MT 59427
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hidden Lake Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KW-VC Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 19.2 miles away, in nearby Browning). Another option is Anna Jeffries Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 12.8 miles away). Additionally, Heart Butte Elementary (rated 6.6/10, 24.9 miles away, in nearby Heart Butte). For more schools in Cut Bank, see our Cut Bank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 28.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Elementary Cut Bank | 7.1 mi | — |
| Glendale School Browning | 16.7 mi | — |
| H C Davis Elementary Cut Bank | 12.7 mi | 3.4 |
| Cut Bank Middle School Cut Bank | 12.7 mi | 5.2 |
| Cut Bank High School Cut Bank | 12.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Anna Jeffries Elementary Cut Bank | 12.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Big Sky School Browning | 18.2 mi | — |
| Kingsbury Colony Attn Ctr Valier | 21.3 mi | — |
| Zenith Elementary Cut Bank | 22.1 mi | — |
| Horizon Elementary Cut Bank | 19.1 mi | — |
| Heart Butte Elementary Heart Butte | 24.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Heart Butte High School Heart Butte | 24.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Heart Butte 6-8 Heart Butte | 24.9 mi | — |
| CUTSWOOD SCHOOL Browning | 18.9 mi | — |
| Napi School Browning | 19.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Browning Elementary Browning | 19.1 mi | 4.8 |
| DE LA SALLE BLACKFEET SCHOOL Browning | 19.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Browning Middle School Browning | 19.2 mi | 5.1 |
| KW-VC Elementary Browning | 19.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Dupuyer School Dupuyer | 28.5 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59427 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,219
Median Home Value
$161,200
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
4,955
College Educated
17.8%
Homeownership
74.8%
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Median Age
41.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Hidden Lake Elementary has a median household income of $59,219. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,200, with a median rent of $915/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. 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 | — |
| Auchard Creek School Wolf Creek, MT | — |
| Avon School Avon, MT | — |
| Babb School Browning, MT | — |
| Basin School Basin, MT | — |
| Big Rose Colony School Shelby, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hidden Lake Elementary
What grades does Hidden Lake Elementary serve?
Hidden Lake Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hidden Lake Elementary?
Hidden Lake Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 23 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hidden Lake Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hidden Lake Elementary is 23:1. 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 Hidden Lake Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Hidden Lake Elementary has 25.0% math proficiency and 25.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Hidden Lake Elementary a charter school?
No, Hidden Lake Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hidden Lake Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hidden Lake Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (5,726/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Cut Bank). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 23
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Glacier County
- Phone
- (406) 336-3696
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cut Bank Elem- District Enrollment
- 541
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,822
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