Serving 131 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Culbertson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 131 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culbertson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Culbertson School's student population of 131 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
131 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Child, Every Chance, Every Day
School Rankings
Culbertson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Culbertson School is 0.59, which is more 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
#544 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
21%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
60%
77%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
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 is Culbertson School's ranking?
Culbertson School is ranked #544 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Culbertson School often compared to?
Culbertson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Froid Elementary School, Bainville School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Culbertson School?
131 students attend Culbertson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Culbertson School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Culbertson School?
Culbertson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Culbertson School offer ?
Culbertson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Culbertson School part of?
Culbertson School is part of Culbertson Elementary School District.
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