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Trout Creek School
Elementary School · Trout Creek Elem
4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Trout Creek School
Elementary School in Trout Creek · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Trout Creek School
Trout Creek School is a public elementary school in Trout Creek, MT, part of Trout Creek Elem. Trout Creek School serves approximately 24 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 8:1 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 Trout Creek School show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 24 students, Trout Creek 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 8:1 students to teachers, Trout Creek School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Trout Creek 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874
- Website
- troutcreekeagles.org
- Phone
- (406) 827-3629
- 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 24 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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.
Funding & Resources
Location
4 School Lane, Trout Creek, MT 59874
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Trout Creek School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 29.4 miles away, in nearby Osburn). Another option is Thompson Falls Elem Schl (rated 6.3/10, 20.4 miles away, in nearby Thompson Falls). Additionally, Noxon School (rated 4.4/10, 13.5 miles away, in nearby Noxon). For more schools in Trout Creek, see our Trout Creek schools guide .
Nearby Schools
13 within 29.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Trout Creek 7-8 Trout Creek | 0.0 mi | — |
| TROUT CREEK ADVENTIST SCHOOL Trout Creek | 7.8 mi | — |
| Noxon School Noxon | 13.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Noxon 7-8 Noxon | 13.5 mi | — |
| Noxon High School Noxon | 13.5 mi | 6.9 |
| BUILDING BRIDGES ACADEMY Thompson Falls | 15.3 mi | — |
| BUILDING BRIDGES ACADEMY Thompson Falls | 15.3 mi | — |
| Thompson Falls Elem Schl Thompson Falls | 20.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Thompson Falls 7-8 Thompson Falls | 20.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Thompson Falls High Schl Thompson Falls | 21.1 mi | 7.7 |
| MULLAN SCHOOLS Mullan | 27.1 mi | 7.6 |
| WALLACE JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL Wallace | 29.4 mi | 7.9 |
| SILVER HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Osburn | 29.4 mi | 7.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59874 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,978
Median Home Value
$481,800
Median Rent
$682/mo
Population
2,064
College Educated
23.6%
Homeownership
89.1%
Poverty Rate
16.5%
Median Age
54.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Trout Creek School
What grades does Trout Creek School serve?
Trout Creek School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Trout Creek School?
Trout Creek School has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Trout Creek School?
The student-teacher ratio at Trout Creek School is 8:1. 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 Trout Creek School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Trout Creek School has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Trout Creek School a charter school?
No, Trout Creek School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Trout Creek School a Title I school?
No, Trout Creek School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Trout Creek School?
100.0% of students at Trout Creek 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
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 100.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Sanders County
- Phone
- (406) 827-3629
Resources & Links
District
Trout Creek Elem- District Enrollment
- 31
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,045
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