Serving 30 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 35%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% 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-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- 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
School Overview
Zurich School's student population of 30 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Rankings
Zurich School ranks within the top 20% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Zurich School is 0.33, 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
#88 out of 722 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
17%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
17%
7%
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 Zurich School's ranking?
Zurich School is ranked #88 out of 722 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 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 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Zurich School?
30 students attend Zurich School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Zurich School students are White, 17% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Zurich School?
Zurich School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than 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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