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Spring Creek School
Elementary School · Spring Creek Elem
Box 118, Decker, MT 59025
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Spring Creek School
Spring Creek School is a public elementary school in Decker, MT, part of the Spring Creek Elem. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 5 students, Spring Creek School 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 5:1, Spring Creek School 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.
Located in a rural area, Spring Creek School 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
- 5 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- Box 118, Decker, MT 59025
- Phone
- (406) 757-2515
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Location
Box 118, Decker, MT 59025
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spring Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Big Horn Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 30.8 miles away, in nearby Big Horn). Another option is Henry A. Coffeen Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 23.2 miles away, in nearby Sheridan). Additionally, Meadowlark Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 23.7 miles away, in nearby Sheridan). For more schools in Decker, see our Decker schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 34.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sagebrush Elementary Sheridan | 22.0 mi | 5.8 |
| The Wright Place Sheridan | 22.3 mi | — |
| Sheridan Junior High School Sheridan | 22.3 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY NAME CATHOLIC SCHOOL Sheridan | 22.6 mi | 4.3 |
| MARTIN LUTHER GRAMMAR SCHOOL Sheridan | 22.3 mi | — |
| Sheridan High School Sheridan | 22.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Henry A. Coffeen Elementary Sheridan | 23.2 mi | 8.1 |
| Highland Park Elementary Sheridan | 23.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Meadowlark Elementary Sheridan | 23.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Birney School Birney | 20.6 mi | — |
| John C. Schiffer Collaborative School Sheridan | 24.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Woodland Park Elementary Sheridan | 25.9 mi | 6.4 |
| Tongue River Elementary Ranchester | 22.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Slack Elementary Ranchester | 22.0 mi | — |
| Tongue River Middle School Ranchester | 22.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Northern Cheyenne Tribal School Busby | 30.5 mi | — |
| Big Horn Elementary Big Horn | 30.8 mi | 8.2 |
| Big Horn Middle School Big Horn | 30.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Big Horn High School Big Horn | 30.9 mi | 8.2 |
| Lame Deer High School Lame Deer | 34.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59025 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Population
41
College Educated
6.5%
Homeownership
16%
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
51.4
Community Profile
It is a community where 7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The local poverty rate of 4.9% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bloomfield School Glendive, MT | — |
| Brorson School Sidney, MT | — |
| Cleveland School Chinook, MT | — |
| Cooke City School Cooke City, MT | — |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman, MT | — |
| Golden Ridge School Fairfield, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spring Creek School
What grades does Spring Creek School serve?
Spring Creek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Spring Creek School?
Spring Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Spring Creek School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Spring Creek School a charter school?
No, Spring Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spring Creek School a Title I school?
No, Spring Creek School is not currently a Title I school.
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Neighborhood Context
- County Safety
- Elevated (903/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 5
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Big Horn County
- Phone
- (406) 757-2515
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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