Serving 134 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chester-joplin-inverness School ranks in the top 20% 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 is 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester-joplin-inverness School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Chester-joplin-inverness School's student population of 134 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Rankings
Chester-joplin-inverness School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester-joplin-inverness School is 0.10, 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
#79 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
95%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Chester-joplin-inverness School's ranking?
Chester-joplin-inverness School is ranked #79 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Chester-joplin-inverness School?
134 students attend Chester-joplin-inverness School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Chester-joplin-inverness School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester-joplin-inverness School?
Chester-joplin-inverness School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chester-joplin-inverness School offer ?
Chester-joplin-inverness School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester-joplin-inverness School part of?
Chester-joplin-inverness School is part of Chester-Joplin-Inverness El School District.
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