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#237 of 603 schools in MT
Top 39% in state
White Sulphur Springs EL
Elementary School · White Sulphur Spgs K-12
PO Box C, White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
96
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#237 of 603
In White Sulphur Springs
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
White Sulphur Spgs K-12
School environment
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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White Sulphur Springs EL
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About White Sulphur Springs EL
White Sulphur Springs EL is a public elementary school in White Sulphur Springs, MT, part of White Sulphur Spgs K-12. White Sulphur Springs EL serves approximately 96 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. White Sulphur Springs EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #237 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for White Sulphur Springs EL show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 96 students, White Sulphur Springs EL 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.
Test scores at White Sulphur Springs EL sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, White Sulphur Springs EL sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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White Sulphur Springs EL — Students at White Sulphur Springs EL score 20% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 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: 8.5/10.
How White Sulphur Springs EL Compares
See how White Sulphur Springs EL performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box C, White Sulphur Springs, MT 59645
Nearby Schools
2 within 0.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| White Sulphur Springs HS White Sulphur Springs | 0.0 mi | 8.5 |
| White Sulphur Springs 7-8 White Sulphur Springs | 0.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59645 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$59,231
Median Home Value
$283,100
Median Rent
$875/mo
Population
1,703
College Educated
24.2%
Homeownership
83.3%
Poverty Rate
6.1%
Median Age
58.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| SUSSEX SCHOOL Missoula, MT | 6.9 |
| PINES ACADEMY Pinesdale, MT | 6.8 |
| Potomac School Bonner, MT | 6.8 |
| St Regis School St. Regis, MT | 6.8 |
| Kinsey School Kinsey, MT | 7.1 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livingston, MT | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about White Sulphur Springs EL
What grades does White Sulphur Springs EL serve?
White Sulphur Springs EL serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend White Sulphur Springs EL?
White Sulphur Springs EL has an enrollment of approximately 96 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at White Sulphur Springs EL?
The student-teacher ratio at White Sulphur Springs EL is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does White Sulphur Springs EL rank in MT?
White Sulphur Springs EL ranks #237 of 603 schools in MT.
What is White Sulphur Springs EL's MySchoolScout rating?
White Sulphur Springs EL has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at White Sulphur Springs EL?
Based on loaded state assessment records, White Sulphur Springs EL has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is White Sulphur Springs EL a charter school?
No, White Sulphur Springs EL is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is White Sulphur Springs EL a Title I school?
No, White Sulphur Springs EL is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for White Sulphur Springs EL?
51.0% of students at White Sulphur Springs EL qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 96
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Meagher County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.0%
- Phone
- (406) 547-3751
Resources & Links
District
White Sulphur Spgs K-12- District Enrollment
- 180
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,168
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
Other Schools in This District
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