Serving 9 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hillside Colony School ranks in the top 30% 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 was <50% (which was higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Top Rankings
Hillside Colony School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
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
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hillside Colony School's ranking?
Hillside Colony School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Hillside Colony School?
9 students attend Hillside Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hillside Colony School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillside Colony School?
Hillside Colony School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillside Colony School offer ?
Hillside Colony School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Hillside Colony School part of?
Hillside Colony School is part of Liberty Elementary School District.
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