Serving 47 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Dutton/brady Elementary 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 47 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dutton/brady Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Dutton/brady Elementary School's student population of 47 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
47 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Dutton/brady Elementary 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 Dutton/brady Elementary School is 0.12, 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
#585 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Dutton/brady Elementary School's ranking?
Dutton/brady Elementary School is ranked #585 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Dutton/brady Elementary School?
47 students attend Dutton/brady Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Dutton/brady Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dutton/brady Elementary School?
Dutton/brady Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dutton/brady Elementary School offer ?
Dutton/brady Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dutton/brady Elementary School part of?
Dutton/brady Elementary School is part of Dutton/Brady K-12 Schools School District.
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