Serving 34 students in grades 4-6, Redwater School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 34 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redwater 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
Redwater School's student population of 34 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
Total Students
34 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
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Students by Grade
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School Rankings
Redwater School ranks within the top 10% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Redwater School is 0.11, 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
#67 out of 722 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
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Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
10%
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Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
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Black
n/a
1%
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White
94%
77%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
42%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redwater School's ranking?
Redwater School is ranked #67 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Redwater School?
34 students attend Redwater School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Redwater School students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Redwater School?
Redwater School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Redwater School offer ?
Redwater School offers enrollment in grades 4-6
What school district is Redwater School part of?
Redwater School is part of Circle Elementary School District.
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