Serving 256 students in grades 3-5, Central Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 256 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Central Elementary School's student population of 256 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
256 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#300 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
12%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
80%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Elementary School's ranking?
Central Elementary School is ranked #300 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Central Elementary School?
256 students attend Central Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Central Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Elementary School?
Central Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central Elementary School offer ?
Central Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Central Elementary School part of?
Central Elementary School is part of Sidney Elementary School District.
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