Serving 23 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Zurich School ranks in the top 20% 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 37%). 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.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 23 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Zurich School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Zurich School's student population of 23 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
23 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Year Founded
1913
School Rankings
Zurich School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zurich School is 0.48, which is more 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
#87 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
17%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
4%
1%
White
70%
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
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
17%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Zurich Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Zurich School's ranking?
Zurich School is ranked #87 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Zurich School often compared to?
Zurich Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlem 7-8, Chinook 7-8, Meadowlark School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Zurich School?
23 students attend Zurich School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Zurich School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Zurich School?
Zurich School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Zurich School offer ?
Zurich School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Zurich School part of?
Zurich School is part of Zurich Elementary School District.
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