Serving 5 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, S Y School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
S Y School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
S Y School's student population of 5 students has declined by 44% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has declined by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of S Y School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend S Y School?
5 students attend S Y School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of S Y School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of S Y School?
S Y School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does S Y School offer ?
S Y School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is S Y School part of?
S Y School is part of S Y Elementary School District.
School Reviews
Review S Y School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
How U.S. ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools Are Doing in 2025
A 2025 take on U.S. public school performance: enrollment, achievement, funding, challenges, and innovation in K-12 education.
COVID-19’s Enduring Effects on U.S. ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025)
How COVID-19 continues shaping U.S. public schools in 2025: enrollment declines, recovery efforts, mental health, and policy challenges.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø School Boundaries & Equity in 2025
How 2025 boundary policies affect equity in U.S. public schools — updated insights, challenges, and strategies for fairer access.
