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Northern Cheyenne Tribal School
School · Northern Cheyenne Tribal School
PO Box 150, Busby, MT 59016
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
178
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Northern Cheyenne Tribal School
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About Northern Cheyenne Tribal School
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is a public school in Busby, MT, part of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School. Northern Cheyenne Tribal School serves approximately 178 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 178 students, Northern Cheyenne Tribal 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.
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Northern Cheyenne Tribal School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Northern Cheyenne Tribal 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.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 178 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Address
- PO Box 150, Busby, MT 59016
- Website
- nctsk12.com
- Phone
- (406) 592-3646
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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How Northern Cheyenne Tribal School Compares
See how Northern Cheyenne Tribal School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Location
PO Box 150, Busby, MT 59016
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Northern Cheyenne Tribal School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Lodge Grass School (rated 7.2/10, 25.2 miles away, in nearby Lodge Grass). Another option is Wyola Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 35.2 miles away, in nearby Wyola). Additionally, Lame Deer 7-8 (rated 6.0/10, 15.0 miles away, in nearby Lame Deer). For more schools in Busby, see our Busby schools guide .
Nearby Schools
13 within 35.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lame Deer School Lame Deer | 15.0 mi | 4.7 |
| Lame Deer High School Lame Deer | 15.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Lame Deer 7-8 Lame Deer | 15.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Spring Creek School Decker | 30.5 mi | — |
| Lodge Grass School Lodge Grass | 25.2 mi | 7.2 |
| Lodge Grass 7-8 Lodge Grass | 25.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Lodge Grass High School Lodge Grass | 25.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Frank Brattin Middle Schl Colstrip | 28.8 mi | 4.4 |
| Birney School Birney | 26.1 mi | — |
| Colstrip High School Colstrip | 30.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Pine Butte Elementary Sch Colstrip | 30.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Wyola 7-8 Wyola | 35.2 mi | — |
| Wyola Elementary Wyola | 35.2 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59016 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,188
Median Home Value
$116,700
Median Rent
$349/mo
Population
944
College Educated
21.2%
Homeownership
75.1%
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Median Age
40.2
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| EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman, MT | 3.7 |
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| HELENA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL East Helena, MT | 5.6 |
| BRIGHTWAYS GLOBAL ACADEMY Missoula, MT | 6.2 |
| ST ANDREW SCHOOL Helena, MT | 6.2 |
| FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls, MT | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Northern Cheyenne Tribal School
What grades does Northern Cheyenne Tribal School serve?
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend Northern Cheyenne Tribal School?
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School has an enrollment of approximately 178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Northern Cheyenne Tribal School?
The student-teacher ratio at Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Northern Cheyenne Tribal School a charter school?
No, Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Northern Cheyenne Tribal School a Title I school?
No, Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Northern Cheyenne Tribal School?
98.3% of students at Northern Cheyenne Tribal 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
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 98.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Big Horn County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 71.9%
- Phone
- (406) 592-3646
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