Serving 76 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barbara Gilligan School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤10% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 76 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barbara Gilligan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Barbara Gilligan School's student population of 76 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
76 students
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Ensuring every student the opportunity to learn in a safe and culturally relevant environment with the expectation of high academic student achievement.
School Rankings
Barbara Gilligan School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barbara Gilligan School is 0.08, 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
#679 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
96%
10%
Asian
4%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
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 (11-12)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barbara Gilligan School's ranking?
Barbara Gilligan School is ranked #679 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Barbara Gilligan School?
76 students attend Barbara Gilligan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Barbara Gilligan School students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barbara Gilligan School?
Barbara Gilligan School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barbara Gilligan School offer ?
Barbara Gilligan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Barbara Gilligan School part of?
Barbara Gilligan School is part of Brockton Elementary School District.
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