Monforton School

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Monforton School ranks 43 rd of 332 Montana elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Monforton School is an exceptional elementary school located in Bozeman, Montana, serving grades 3-5 with a total enrollment of 222 students. As part of the highly-ranked Monforton Elementary District, the school consistently performs at the top of the state, ranking 43rd out of 332 Montana elementary schools in the 2022-2023 school year and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Monforton School's academic performance is truly impressive, with proficiency rates in Mathematics, Reading, and Science significantly exceeding the state averages. In 2022-2023, the school's proficiency rates were 58.77% in Mathematics, 58.77% in Reading, and 59.65% in Science, compared to the state averages of 36.59%, 46.03%, and 37.03%, respectively. This consistent academic excellence is a testament to the school's effective educational programs and dedicated staff. However, the school's student population is notably homogeneous, with 90.99% of students identifying as white, which is significantly higher than the diversity seen in nearby schools like Irving School and Whittier School.

One of the key factors contributing to Monforton School's academic success may be its relatively low student-teacher ratio of 14.4 students per teacher, which is lower than many of the nearby schools, such as Morning Star School with a ratio of 17.9. This smaller class size allows for more individualized attention and support for students, which could be a significant factor in the school's exceptional performance. While Monforton School's academic achievements are undoubtedly impressive, the analysis also raises questions about the school's efforts to promote diversity and inclusivity within its student body.

Detail:

Public 3-5

6001 Monforton School Rd
Bozeman, MT 59718

(406) 586-1557

District: Monforton Elementary

SchoolDigger Rank:
43^rd of 332 Montana Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,657

Students who attend Monforton School usually attend:

Middle:	Monforton 6-8
High:	Gallatin High School

Student/teacher ratio: 15.1

Number of students: 262

Racial breakdown:

White:

87.8%

Hispanic:

5.7%

Two or more races:

3.1%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 20.6%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Monforton School ranks better than 87% of elementary schools in Montana. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 87.55. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (87.8%), Hispanic (5.7%), two or more races (3.1%). (See more...)

Compare Details 20.6% of students are receiving a free or discounted lunch. (See more...)

Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Monforton School is 15.1. (See more...)

Compare Monforton School employs 17.3 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Monforton School is $9,657.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Monforton School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Monforton Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Monforton Elementary 18^th of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Monforton School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MT State Percentile
2004	52.87	110^th	217	49.3%
2005	32.84	168^th	218	22.9%
2006	53.12	126^th	234	46.2%
2007	57.67	108^th	230	53.0%
2008	51.52	112^th	194	42.3%
2009	62.75	77^th	190	59.5%
2010	72.04	44^th	241	81.7%
2011	76.69	30^th	247	87.9%
2012	75.39	34^th	244	86.1%
2013	72.78	47^th	246	80.9%
2015	90.45	21^st	287	92.7%
2016	92.99	11^th	191	94.2%
2017	79.70	15^th	109	86.2%
2018	83.54	11^th	116	90.5%
2019	85.51	13^th	123	89.4%
2021	93.48	25^th	356	93.0%
2022	90.29	27^th	329	91.8%
2023	87.55	43^rd	332	87.0%

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Data source: test scores: Montana Office of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Montana Office of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Monforton School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1990	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	143	143
1991	94	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	94
1992	84	0	0	0	7	n/a	n/a	0	91
1993	93	0	1	2	1	n/a	n/a	0	97
1994	92	1	1	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	95
1995	90	1	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	91
1996	90	1	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	91
1997	85	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	86
1998	85	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	85
1999	91	0	0	2	0	n/a	n/a	0	93
2000	96	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	96
2001	93	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	93
2002	80	0	0	1	4	n/a	n/a	0	85
2003	80	0	0	1	4	n/a	n/a	0	85
2004	72	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	72
2005	62	0	0	0	3	n/a	n/a	0	65
2006	80	2	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	83
2007	68	0	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	69
2008	68	0	0	1	1	n/a	n/a	0	70
2009	78	0	0	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	79
2010	83	0	1	2	4	n/a	n/a	0	90
2011	83	0	2	5	1	0	1	0	92
2012	89	0	2	6	0	0	3	0	100
2013	99	0	2	7	1	0	3	0	112
2014	118	0	2	9	1	0	0	0	130
2015	152	1	0	9	2	0	0	0	164
2016	179	1	0	5	4	0	0	0	189
2017	200	1	2	9	4	1	0	0	217
2018	208	1	1	10	4	0	2	0	226
2019	174	0	1	8	3	1	2	0	189
2020	201	0	2	13	2	1	4	0	223
2021	190	0	0	5	2	0	4	0	201
2022	212	0	2	10	2	2	6	0	234
2023	202	0	3	6	3	2	6	0	222
2024	230	0	3	15	4	2	8	0	262

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Monforton School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1990	143	6.8	21.0	20.3
1991	94	4.4	21.3	18.1
1992	91	4.0	22.7	25.3
1993	97	5.6	17.3	18.6
1994	95	6.5	14.6	25.3
1995	91	7.6	12.0	25.3
1996	91	7.6	12.0	25.3
1997	86	6.9	12.5	22.1
1998	85	6.2	13.7	21.2
1999	93	5.2	17.9	30.1
2000	96	6.4	15.0	25
2001	93	6.8	13.7	32.3
2002	85	5.6	15.2	23.5
2003	85	5.6	15.2	23.5
2004	72	5.3	13.6	22.2
2005	65	5.4	12.0	15.4
2006	83	5.4	15.4	20.5
2007	69	5.4	12.8	15.9
2008	70	5.2	13.5	24.3
2009	79	6.6	12.0	22.8
2010	90	7.1	12.5	22.2
2011	92	6.4	14.2	22.8
2012	100	6.7	14.8	21
2013	112	7.6	14.6	29.5
2014	130	8.8	14.6	23.8
2015	164	9.0	18.2	16.5
2016	189	12.0	15.7	17.5
2017	217	12.0	18.0	18
2018	226	12.4	18.1	17.3
2019	189	12.6	14.9	11.6
2020	223	13.1	17.0	14.3
2021	201	13.1	15.3	n/a
2022	234	14.5	16.1	n/a
2023	222	15.4	14.4	n/a
2024	262	17.3	15.1	20.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Monforton School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1990	143	6.8	21.0	20.3
1991	94	4.4	21.3	18.1
1992	91	4.0	22.7	25.3
1993	97	5.6	17.3	18.6
1994	95	6.5	14.6	25.3
1995	91	7.6	12.0	25.3
1996	91	7.6	12.0	25.3
1997	86	6.9	12.5	22.1
1998	85	6.2	13.7	21.2
1999	93	5.2	17.9	30.1
2000	96	6.4	15.0	25
2001	93	6.8	13.7	32.3
2002	85	5.6	15.2	23.5
2003	85	5.6	15.2	23.5
2004	72	5.3	13.6	22.2
2005	65	5.4	12.0	15.4
2006	83	5.4	15.4	20.5
2007	69	5.4	12.8	15.9
2008	70	5.2	13.5	24.3
2009	79	6.6	12.0	22.8
2010	90	7.1	12.5	22.2
2011	92	6.4	14.2	22.8
2012	100	6.7	14.8	21
2013	112	7.6	14.6	29.5
2014	130	8.8	14.6	23.8
2015	164	9.0	18.2	16.5
2016	189	12.0	15.7	17.5
2017	217	12.0	18.0	18
2018	226	12.4	18.1	17.3
2019	189	12.6	14.9	11.6
2020	223	13.1	17.0	14.3
2021	201	13.1	15.3	n/a
2022	234	14.5	16.1	n/a
2023	222	15.4	14.4	n/a
2024	262	17.3	15.1	20.6

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Monforton School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2019	$7,134
2021	$9,132
2022	$8,576
2023	$9,657

Data source: Montana Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

Impact of COVID-19 on Monforton School

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Rankings

Rank Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Rank Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Ranks 13^th of 123 Elementary schools	Ranks 43^rd of 332 Elementary schools	2.4%

Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	189	222	17.5%
African American	0	0
American Indian	3	3
Asian	1	3	200%
Hispanic	8	6	25%
Pacific Islander	1	2	100%
White	174	202	16.1%
Two or More Races	2	6	200%

Schools Near Monforton School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				Montana State Tests Mathematics (2023)	Montana State Tests Reading (2023)	Montana State Tests Science (2023)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Montana State Tests Mathematics All Grades	Montana State Tests Reading All Grades	Montana State Tests Science All Grades	Total
Monforton School	Public	3-5	6001 Monforton School Rd	Bozeman	59718	Gallatin County	Monforton Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 586-1557	262	17	15.1	20.6%	230 (87.8%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (5.7%)	3 (1.1%)	4 (1.5%)	2 (0.8%)	8 (3.1%)	87.5	43^rd of 332 public elementary schools	87.0%		90.3	27^th of 329 public elementary schools	91.8%	16	58.8	58.8	59.7	$9,657
Monforton Primary	Public	PK, KG-2	6001 Monforton School Rd	Bozeman	59718	Gallatin County	Monforton Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 586-1557	206	18	11.3	19.4%	191 (92.7%)	0 (0.0%)	10 (4.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.5%)	4 (1.9%)								(n/a)				$10,077
Meadowlark Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	4415 Durston	Bozeman	59718	Gallatin County	Bozeman Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(406) 582-6860	511	30	16.8	5.7%	422 (82.6%)	3 (0.6%)	59 (11.5%)	5 (1.0%)	5 (1.0%)	0 (0.0%)	17 (3.3%)	81.2	58^th of 332 public elementary schools	82.5%		86.7	55^th of 329 public elementary schools	83.3%	3	51.6	56.5	53.5	$10,168
Hyalite Elementary	Public	PK, KG-5	3600 West Babcock	Bozeman	59718	Gallatin County	Bozeman Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 582-6800	553	35	15.9	12.1%	376 (68.0%)	6 (1.1%)	134 (24.2%)	11 (2.0%)	8 (1.4%)	2 (0.4%)	16 (2.9%)	73.7	88^th of 332 public elementary schools	73.5%		82.4	70^th of 329 public elementary schools	78.7%	18	46.5	46.7	58.3	$10,089
Emily Dickinson School	Public	PK, KG-5	2435 Annie Street	Bozeman	59718	Gallatin County	Bozeman Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(406) 522-6650	527	32	16.5	8.3%	415 (78.7%)	2 (0.4%)	59 (11.2%)	11 (2.1%)	11 (2.1%)	0 (0.0%)	29 (5.5%)	96.4	8^th of 332 public elementary schools	97.6%		92.7	21^st of 329 public elementary schools	93.6%	13	65.6	73.6	70.8	$10,550
Irving School	Public	PK, KG-5	811 W Alderson St	Bozeman	59715	Gallatin County	Bozeman Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 522-6600	184	11	16.0	17.4%	116 (63.0%)	4 (2.2%)	41 (22.3%)	3 (1.6%)	20 (10.9%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	84.7	49^th of 332 public elementary schools	85.2%		80.9	76^th of 329 public elementary schools	76.9%	27	65.0	63.8	45.8	$12,391
Gallatin Gateway School	Public	PK, KG-6	100 Mill Street	Gallatin Gateway	59730	Gallatin County	Gallatin Gateway Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 763-4415	107	10	10.7	26.2%	89 (83.2%)	0 (0.0%)	14 (13.1%)	1 (0.9%)	1 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.9%)	87.9	42^nd of 332 public elementary schools	87.3%		92	22^nd of 329 public elementary schools	93.3%	20	58.5	55.4	76.2	$14,867
Morning Star School	Public	PK, KG-5	830 Arnold St	Bozeman	59715	Gallatin County	Bozeman Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(406) 522-6500	422	22	19.5	3.1%	385 (91.2%)	1 (0.2%)	9 (2.1%)	3 (0.7%)	1 (0.2%)	0 (0.0%)	23 (5.5%)	98.1	3^rd of 332 public elementary schools	99.1%		95.9	14^th of 329 public elementary schools	95.7%	11	72.2	76.7	78.1	$10,216
Whittier School	Public	PK, KG-5	511 N 5th	Bozeman	59715	Gallatin County	Bozeman Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 522-6750	277	21	13.1	20.6%	212 (76.5%)	5 (1.8%)	45 (16.2%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (1.8%)	1 (0.4%)	9 (3.2%)	61.1	137^th of 332 public elementary schools	58.7%		72.5	104^th of 329 public elementary schools	68.4%	33	43.1	49.0	37.9	$14,591
Anderson School	Public	PK, KG-6	10040 Cottonwood Road	Bozeman	59718	Gallatin County	Anderson Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 587-1305	168	13	13.3	1.8%	148 (88.1%)	1 (0.6%)	8 (4.8%)	2 (1.2%)	1 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	8 (4.8%)	98.7	1^st of 332 public elementary schools	99.7%		96.9	11^th of 329 public elementary schools	96.7%	10	75.3	80.7	77.3	$11,138

Frequently Asked Questions about Monforton School

Is Monforton School a good school?

Monforton School ranks 43^rd of 332 Montana elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Monforton School?

In the 2023-24 school year, 262 students attended Monforton School.

What schools do graduates of Monforton School attend?

Students who attend Monforton School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Monforton 6-8
High : Gallatin High School

What is the racial makeup of Monforton School?

Students at Monforton School are 88% White, 6% Hispanic, 3% Two or more races, 2% American Indian, 1% Asian.

What district is Monforton School in?

Monforton Elementary

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