Serving 166 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Amsterdam School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 166 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amsterdam School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Amsterdam School's student population of 166 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
166 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amsterdam School ranks within the top 5% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amsterdam School is 0.19, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#9 out of 722 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amsterdam School's ranking?
Amsterdam School is ranked #9 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Amsterdam School often compared to?
Amsterdam Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Manhattan Elementary School, Anderson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Amsterdam School?
166 students attend Amsterdam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Amsterdam School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amsterdam School?
Amsterdam School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Amsterdam School offer ?
Amsterdam School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Amsterdam School part of?
Amsterdam School is part of Amsterdam Elementary School District.
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