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Whitewater School

Elementary School · Whitewater K-12 Schools

PO Box 46, Whitewater, MT 59544

Enrollment

20

Student-Teacher

6.7:1

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

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About Whitewater School

Whitewater School is a public elementary school in Whitewater, MT, part of Whitewater K-12 Schools. Whitewater School serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.7:1 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 Whitewater School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.

What Parents Should Know

At 20 students, Whitewater 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 6.7:1 students to teachers, Whitewater School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Whitewater 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 – 5th
Enrollment
20 students
Type
Public
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Address
PO Box 46, Whitewater, MT 59544
Phone
(406) 674-5417
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 45.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2017
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2018
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
80%
Teaching Staff
7:1 student-teacher ratio
3 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

Location

PO Box 46, Whitewater, MT 59544

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Whitewater School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Malta K-5 (rated 8.1/10, 30.3 miles away, in nearby Malta). Additionally, Saco School (rated 5.1/10, 24.6 miles away, in nearby Saco). For more schools in Whitewater, see our Whitewater schools guide .

Nearby Schools

9 within 30.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Whitewater High School Whitewater 0.0 mi
Whitewater 6-8 Whitewater 0.0 mi
Loring Colony School Malta 15.7 mi
Saco School Saco 24.6 mi 5.1
Saco 7-8 Saco 24.6 mi
Saco High School Saco 24.6 mi
Malta K-5 Malta 30.3 mi 8.1
Malta 6-7-8 Malta 30.5 mi 7.8
Malta High School Malta 30.5 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59544 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,563

Median Home Value

$220,800

Median Rent

$267/mo

Population

201

College Educated

23.1%

Homeownership

45.1%

Poverty Rate

18.4%

Median Age

40.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Whitewater School

What grades does Whitewater School serve?

Whitewater School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Whitewater School?

Whitewater School has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Whitewater School?

The student-teacher ratio at Whitewater School is 6.7:1. 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 Whitewater School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Whitewater School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Whitewater School a charter school?

No, Whitewater School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Whitewater School a Title I school?

No, Whitewater School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Whitewater School?

80.0% of students at Whitewater 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
20
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Free/Reduced Lunch
80.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Phillips County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

District

Whitewater K-12 Schools
District Enrollment
38
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$40,128

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