Very Good
#190 of 603 schools in MT
Top 31% in state
Yellowstone Academy Elem
Elementary School · Yellowstone Academy Elem
1750 Ray of Hope Lane, Billings, MT 59106
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
32
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#190 of 603
In Billings
#11 of 42
public schools
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Yellowstone Academy Elem
Elementary School in Billings · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Yellowstone Academy Elem
Yellowstone Academy Elem is a public elementary school in Billings, MT, part of Yellowstone Academy Elem. Yellowstone Academy Elem serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Yellowstone Academy Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #190 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Yellowstone Academy Elem show 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 32 students, Yellowstone Academy Elem 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 Yellowstone Academy Elem 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 5.3:1 students to teachers, Yellowstone Academy Elem 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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Yellowstone Academy Elem — Students at Yellowstone Academy Elem score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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: 9.6/10.
How Yellowstone Academy Elem Compares
See how Yellowstone Academy Elem performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1750 Ray of Hope Lane, Billings, MT 59106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yellowstone Academy Elem may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Meadowlark School (rated 8.5/10, 6.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Boulder School (rated 7.7/10, 6.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GRACE MONTESSORI ACADEMY (rated 7.5/10, 4.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Billings, see our Billings schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Yellowstone Academy 7-8 Billings | 0.0 mi | — |
| YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY Billings | 0.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Elder Grove School Billings | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Elder Grove 7-8 Billings | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Ben Steele Middle School Billings | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| Canyon Creek School Billings | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Canyon Creek 6-8 Billings | 3.5 mi | 6.8 |
| GRACE MONTESSORI ACADEMY Billings | 4.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SHILOH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Billings | 4.3 mi | — |
| Laurel Middle School Laurel | 5.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Fred W Graff School Laurel | 5.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Laurel High School Laurel | 5.3 mi | 4.7 |
| West School Laurel | 5.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Big Sky Elementary Billings | 5.2 mi | 4.6 |
| Arrowhead School Billings | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| South School Laurel | 6.5 mi | 6.1 |
| TRAILHEAD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Billings | 5.6 mi | — |
| Will James Middle School Billings | 6.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Boulder School Billings | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Meadowlark School Billings | 6.0 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$122,374
Median Home Value
$483,100
Median Rent
$1,380/mo
Population
20,232
College Educated
51.7%
Homeownership
79.6%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
40.8
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|---|---|
| NKWUSM SALISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL Arlee, MT | 7.2 |
| Morin School Billings, MT | 7.4 |
| BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman, MT | 7.0 |
| Fromberg School Fromberg, MT | 7.9 |
| Froid Elementary School Froid, MT | 6.6 |
| Geraldine Elementary Geraldine, MT | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yellowstone Academy Elem
What grades does Yellowstone Academy Elem serve?
Yellowstone Academy Elem serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Yellowstone Academy Elem?
Yellowstone Academy Elem has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy Elem?
The student-teacher ratio at Yellowstone Academy Elem is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yellowstone Academy Elem rank in MT?
Yellowstone Academy Elem ranks #190 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Yellowstone Academy Elem's MySchoolScout rating?
Yellowstone Academy Elem has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Yellowstone Academy Elem?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yellowstone Academy Elem has 17% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Yellowstone Academy Elem a charter school?
No, Yellowstone Academy Elem is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yellowstone Academy Elem a Title I school?
No, Yellowstone Academy Elem is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yellowstone Academy Elem?
81.2% of students at Yellowstone Academy Elem 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
- 32
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Yellowstone County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.9%
- Phone
- (406) 656-2198
Resources & Links
District
Yellowstone Academy Elem- District Enrollment
- 50
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $100,517
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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