Serving 62 students in grades Kindergarten-8, East Fairview Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Fairview Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 5%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 5%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 5%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 1%)
Student Attention
School Overview
East Fairview Elementary School's student population of 62 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Fairview Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 449 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Fairview Elementary 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
#7 out of 449 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
95%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Yellowstone 14 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Fairview Elementary School's ranking?
East Fairview Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 449 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend East Fairview Elementary School?
62 students attend East Fairview Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of East Fairview Elementary School students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Fairview Elementary School?
East Fairview Elementary School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Fairview Elementary School offer ?
East Fairview Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is East Fairview Elementary School part of?
East Fairview Elementary School is part of Yellowstone 14 School District.
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