Bo Peep School

Bo Peep School is an elementary school located in Circle, MT, serving 57 students in grades PK-3. As part of the Circle Elementary District, which is ranked 85 out of 387 districts in Montana, Bo Peep School has consistently maintained a strong academic performance, ranking among the top elementary schools in the state.

One of the key factors that sets Bo Peep School apart is its academic performance. The school consistently outperforms the state and district averages in both English Language Arts (ELA) and Mathematics proficiency. In the 2024-2025 school year, 55.56% of Bo Peep students were proficient or better in ELA, compared to 50% for the Circle Elementary district and 43.09% for the state. In Mathematics, 44.44% of Bo Peep students were proficient or better, compared to 56.38% for the district and 36.77% for the state. Additionally, Bo Peep School has a relatively low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 11 to 11.8 over the past few years, which allows for more individualized attention and support for students.

While Bo Peep School has generally maintained a high ranking, its position has fluctuated over the years, dropping from 35th in 2021-2022 to 112th in 2022-2023. This could be due to changes in the school's performance, the performance of other schools, or shifts in the state's assessment and ranking criteria. The school also serves a more economically diverse population, with a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch compared to the surrounding area. This presents both challenges and opportunities, as the school may need to provide additional support and resources to ensure all students have access to a high-quality education.