Serving 80 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Winifred School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 80 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Winifred School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Winifred School's student population of 80 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
80 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Winifred School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Winifred School is 0.04, 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
#199 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
98%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Winifred K-12 Schools
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Winifred School's ranking?
Winifred School is ranked #199 out of 696 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Winifred School?
80 students attend Winifred School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Winifred School students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Winifred School?
Winifred School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Winifred School offer ?
Winifred School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Winifred School part of?
Winifred School is part of Winifred K-12 Schools.
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