West School serves 264 students in grades 1-2.
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 1-2
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West School's student population of 264 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 41% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-2
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West School is 0.26, 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.
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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
How many students attend West School?
264 students attend West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of West School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West School?
West School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West School offer ?
West School offers enrollment in grades 1-2 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West School part of?
West School is part of Laurel Elementary School District.
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