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Horizon Elementary
Elementary School · Cut Bank Elem
101 3rd Avenue SE, Cut Bank, MT 59427
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 Horizon Elementary
Horizon Elementary is a public elementary school in Cut Bank, MT, part of the Cut Bank 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 75% 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 14 students, Horizon 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.
Located in a rural area, Horizon 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
- 14 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Address
- 101 3rd Avenue SE, Cut Bank, MT 59427
- Website
- cutbankschools.net
- Phone
- (406) 336-2961
- 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 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 75% (2019) to 75% (2022).
Location
101 3rd Avenue SE, Cut Bank, MT 59427
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horizon Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunburst Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 18.2 miles away, in nearby Sunburst). Another option is Shelby Elementary School (rated 8.0/10, 21.6 miles away, in nearby Shelby). Additionally, Valier School (rated 7.2/10, 28.5 miles away, in nearby Valier). For more schools in Cut Bank, see our Cut Bank schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 31.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glacier Elementary School Cut Bank | 7.9 mi | — |
| Anna Jeffries Elementary Cut Bank | 7.2 mi | 7.0 |
| H C Davis Elementary Cut Bank | 7.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Cut Bank Middle School Cut Bank | 7.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Cut Bank High School Cut Bank | 7.6 mi | 5.1 |
| Zenith Elementary Cut Bank | 11.9 mi | — |
| Big Rose Colony School Shelby | 15.9 mi | — |
| Glendale School Browning | 16.8 mi | — |
| Sunburst High School Sunburst | 18.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Sunburst 7 - 8 Sunburst | 18.0 mi | — |
| Sunburst Elementary Sunburst | 18.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Mountain View Elementary Cut Bank | 16.8 mi | — |
| Hidden Lake Elementary Cut Bank | 19.1 mi | — |
| Valier School Valier | 28.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Shelby High School Shelby | 21.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Valier 7-8 Valier | 28.5 mi | — |
| Shelby 7-8 Shelby | 21.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Valier High School Valier | 28.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Shelby Elementary School Shelby | 21.6 mi | 8.0 |
| Kingsbury Colony Attn Ctr Valier | 31.1 mi | — |
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 Horizon 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 | — |
| 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 Horizon Elementary
What grades does Horizon Elementary serve?
Horizon Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Horizon Elementary?
Horizon Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 14 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Horizon Elementary 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 Horizon Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Horizon Elementary has 25.0% math proficiency and 75.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Horizon Elementary a charter school?
No, Horizon Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horizon Elementary a Title I school?
No, Horizon 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
- 14
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Glacier County
- Phone
- (406) 336-2961
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Cut Bank Elem- District Enrollment
- 541
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,822
Other Schools in This District
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