Serving 149 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Scobey School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 149 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scobey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Scobey School's student population of 149 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
149 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 19, 2025
Last Day of School
Sun. May 31, 2026
School Motto
With the involvement of the entire community, the mission of Scobey Schools is to develop responsible individuals who will respect themselves and the rights of others and to insure educational opportunities for all students which will enable them to achie
School Rankings
Scobey 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 Scobey School is 0.25, 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
#154 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
10%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
1%
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
26%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scobey School's ranking?
Scobey School is ranked #154 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Scobey School?
149 students attend Scobey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Scobey School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Scobey School?
Scobey School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scobey School offer ?
Scobey School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Scobey School part of?
Scobey School is part of Scobey K-12 Schools School District.
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