Summary:
The 59106 zip code area in Montana is home to 5 schools, including 2 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and no high schools or alternative schools. The data reveals stark performance differences among these schools, with Ben Steele Middle School standing out as the top performer, while Yellowstone Academy Elementary and Yellowstone Academy 7-8 struggle with significantly lower test scores.
Ben Steele Middle School outperforms the Billings Elementary district and the state average in math, reading, and science proficiency, earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, Elder Grove School and Elder Grove 7-8 perform below the state average in all three subject areas.
The data also reveals a potential correlation between socioeconomic status and academic achievement, with Yellowstone Academy Elementary and Yellowstone Academy 7-8 having the highest free/reduced lunch rates and the lowest test scores. Additionally, the high spending per student at Yellowstone Academy Elementary raises questions about the effective allocation of resources and their impact on student learning.
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