BONNER SCHOOL

Bonner School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bonner Elem school district, located in Bonner, MT with about 269 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 18 teachers, Bonner School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bonner School, located in Bonner, Montana, serves as a central hub for the local community, providing education for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. Situated along Highway 200, the school is deeply integrated into the small, historic mill-town culture of the area. It prides itself on maintaining a supportive, close-knit learning environment where faculty and staff focus on the academic and personal growth of each student during their formative years.

As a K-8 institution, Bonner School emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience that prepares students for the transition to high school. The school’s programming typically includes a standard academic curriculum complemented by extracurricular activities, technology integration, and community-focused initiatives. By fostering strong partnerships between parents, teachers, and the surrounding Missoula County area, Bonner School aims to cultivate a collaborative educational space that values both traditional academic standards and the unique needs of its rural student population.

For more information, contact Bonner School at (406) 258-6151 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.