HILLCREST SCHOOL

Hillcrest School is a public elementary school that is part of the Butte Elem school district, located in Butte, MT with about 395 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. With about 19 teachers, Hillcrest School has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

Hillcrest School, located at 3000 Continental Drive in Butte, Montana, is a specialized educational facility operated under the Butte School District No. 1. It is widely recognized for its commitment to providing a supportive, therapeutic, and highly structured learning environment. The school primarily serves students who require more intensive behavioral, emotional, or social-emotional support than what is typically available in a traditional general education classroom, aiming to help them develop the skills necessary for academic and personal success.

The curriculum at Hillcrest is designed to be flexible and personalized, allowing teachers to meet students at their individual functional levels. By maintaining smaller class sizes and utilizing a multidisciplinary approach—which often involves collaboration between educators, counselors, and support staff—the school fosters a trauma-informed atmosphere. Ultimately, Hillcrest School serves as a vital resource in the Butte community, focusing on stabilizing students’ educational experiences and facilitating their transition back to less restrictive settings whenever possible.

For more information, contact Hillcrest School at (406) 533-2850 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.