Serving 12 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hillcrest Colony Elementary 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 20%).
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 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School's student population of 12 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
12 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hillcrest Colony Elementary 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
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 is Hillcrest Colony Elementary School's ranking?
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
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 Hillcrest Colony Elementary School?
12 students attend Hillcrest Colony Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Hillcrest Colony Elementary School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hillcrest Colony Elementary School?
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hillcrest Colony Elementary School offer ?
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hillcrest Colony Elementary School part of?
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School is part of Vaughn Elementary School District.
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