Serving 5 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Gold Creek School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was <50% (which was higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was <50% (which was lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 was lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Gold Creek Elem School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 11/17/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
How many students attend Gold Creek School?
5 students attend Gold Creek School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Gold Creek School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gold Creek School?
Gold Creek School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gold Creek School offer ?
Gold Creek School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Gold Creek School part of?
Gold Creek School is part of Gold Creek Elem School District.
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