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Hillcrest Colony Elementary
Elementary School · Vaughn Elem
PO Box 279, Vaughn, MT 59487
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
12
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Hillcrest Colony Elementary
Elementary School in Vaughn · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Hillcrest Colony Elementary
Hillcrest Colony Elementary is a public elementary school in Vaughn, MT, part of Vaughn Elem. Hillcrest Colony Elementary serves approximately 12 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 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 Hillcrest Colony Elementary show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 12 students, Hillcrest Colony Elementary 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.
Hillcrest Colony Elementary 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 12 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- PO Box 279, Vaughn, MT 59487
- Phone
- (406) 463-2236
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 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.
Location
PO Box 279, Vaughn, MT 59487
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillcrest Colony Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ulm School (rated 9.0/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Ulm). Another option is OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Great Falls). Additionally, Meadow Lark School (rated 7.8/10, 13.1 miles away, in nearby Great Falls). For more schools in Vaughn, see our Vaughn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Vaughn School Vaughn | 5.4 mi | 3.8 |
| Vaughn 7-8 Vaughn | 5.4 mi | — |
| Ulm School Ulm | 13.5 mi | 9.0 |
| Ulm Junior High Ulm | 13.5 mi | — |
| Power School Power | 10.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Power 7-8 Power | 10.5 mi | — |
| Power High School Power | 10.5 mi | 8.9 |
| Valley View School Great Falls | 11.3 mi | 5.0 |
| West Elementary Great Falls | 11.6 mi | 2.7 |
| C M Russell High School Great Falls | 11.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Riverview School Great Falls | 11.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Benton Lake School Floweree | 11.9 mi | — |
| Sacajawea School Great Falls | 11.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Meadow Lark School Great Falls | 13.1 mi | 7.8 |
| North Middle School Great Falls | 12.0 mi | 7.5 |
| Whittier School Great Falls | 12.9 mi | 2.5 |
| ELK CREEK MENNONITE Fort Shaw | 11.5 mi | — |
| Longfellow School Great Falls | 13.6 mi | 4.0 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls | 13.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Fairhaven Colony Ulm | 16.8 mi | 2.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59487 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$53,894
Median Home Value
$213,200
Median Rent
$891/mo
Population
1,466
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
84.8%
Poverty Rate
18.1%
Median Age
40.7
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|---|---|
| Alder School Alder, MT | — |
| Alzada School Alzada, MT | — |
| Auchard Creek School Wolf Creek, MT | — |
| Ayers School Grass Range, MT | — |
| BLOOM MONTESSORI SCHOOL Helena, MT | — |
| Bear Paw School Chinook, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillcrest Colony Elementary
What grades does Hillcrest Colony Elementary serve?
Hillcrest Colony Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Hillcrest Colony Elementary?
Hillcrest Colony Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 12 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Colony Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillcrest Colony Elementary is 12:1. 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 Hillcrest Colony Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillcrest Colony Elementary has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Hillcrest Colony Elementary a charter school?
No, Hillcrest Colony Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillcrest Colony Elementary a Title I school?
No, Hillcrest Colony Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 12
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Cascade County
- Phone
- (406) 463-2236
Resources & Links
District
Vaughn Elem- District Enrollment
- 143
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,708
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