Serving 10 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Zenith Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zenith Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Zenith Elementary School's student population of 10 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Zenith Elementary School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
13%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MT state average).
How many students attend Zenith Elementary School?
10 students attend Zenith Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Zenith Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zenith Elementary School?
Zenith Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Zenith Elementary School offer ?
Zenith Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Zenith Elementary School part of?
Zenith Elementary School is part of Cut Bank Elementary School District.
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