Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Benton Lake 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 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 8 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Math Proficiency
: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
Reading Proficiency
: ≥50% (Top 1%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
The diversity score of Benton Lake School is 0.00, 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.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Benton Lake School?
8 students attend Benton Lake School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Benton Lake School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benton Lake School?
Benton Lake School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benton Lake School offer ?
Benton Lake School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Benton Lake School part of?
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 8 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
Math Proficiency
: ≥50% (Top 1%)
Reading Proficiency
: ≥50% (Top 1%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
