Serving 415 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Target Range School ranks in the top 50% 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 44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (which is higher than 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 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 415 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Target Range School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Target Range School's student population of 415 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
415 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Target Range School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Target Range School is 0.27, 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
#210 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Target Range School's ranking?
Target Range School is ranked #210 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Target Range School often compared to?
Target Range Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne School, Desmet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Target Range School?
415 students attend Target Range School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Target Range School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Target Range School?
Target Range School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Target Range School offer ?
Target Range School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Target Range School part of?
Target Range School is part of Target Range Elementary School District.
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