Serving 169 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ophir Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 169 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ophir Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ophir Elementary School's student population of 169 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
169 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Ophir Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ophir Elementary School is 0.31, 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
#360 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
82%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Big Sky School K-12 School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ophir Elementary School's ranking?
Ophir Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ophir Elementary School?
169 students attend Ophir Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Ophir Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ophir Elementary School?
Ophir Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ophir Elementary School offer ?
Ophir Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ophir Elementary School part of?
Ophir Elementary School is part of Big Sky School K-12 School District.
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