ELDER GROVE SCHOOL

Elder Grove School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Elder Grove Elem school district, located in Billings, MT with about 397 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th 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 25 teachers, Elder Grove School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.

Elder Grove School is a K-8 public school located in a rural-fringe setting just west of Billings, Montana. As a K-8 district, it holds a unique position in the region, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade before they typically transition to a separate high school district. Known for its smaller, tight-knit community atmosphere, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to education that leverages its size to foster stronger relationships between students, staff, and families compared to larger urban districts.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Elder Grove community, maintaining a culture that balances traditional academic standards with a focus on student character and community involvement. While the school serves a smaller student population, it offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for the academic rigors of high school. Its location on the western edge of Billings allows the school to provide a more quiet, community-focused learning environment while remaining within easy reach of the resources and opportunities of the greater Billings metropolitan area.

For more information, contact Elder Grove School at (406) 656-2893 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.