Box Elder School
247 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th
School Overview
Box Elder School, located at 205 Main Street in Box Elder, Montana, serves as a vital educational hub for its rural community. Situated within the Rocky Boy’s Indian Reservation, the school plays a significant role in the local cultural landscape, often fostering a close-knit environment that emphasizes both academic development and the preservation of community heritage. As a PK-12 institution, it provides a continuous educational journey for students, aiming to bridge the gap between foundational learning and high school graduation.
Like many schools in rural Montana, Box Elder School faces the unique challenges and opportunities associated with its isolated geographic location. The faculty and staff are dedicated to supporting a diverse student body, often working with limited resources to provide essential extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and academic support. By acting as a focal point for community engagement, the school strives to empower its students with the skills and confidence necessary to pursue post-secondary education or meaningful careers, ultimately working to improve the long-term economic and social outcomes for the Box Elder area.
Like many schools in rural Montana, Box Elder School faces the unique challenges and opportunities associated with its isolated geographic location. The faculty and staff are dedicated to supporting a diverse student body, often working with limited resources to provide essential extracurricular activities, athletic programs, and academic support. By acting as a focal point for community engagement, the school strives to empower its students with the skills and confidence necessary to pursue post-secondary education or meaningful careers, ultimately working to improve the long-term economic and social outcomes for the Box Elder area.
247
Total Students
18.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Hispanic | 3 |
| Two or More | 1 |
| American Indian | 243 |
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American Indian243 (98.4 %)
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Hispanic3 (1.2 %)
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Two or More1 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Box Elder Elem |
| Phone: | (406)352-3222 |
| Website: | http://www.boxelderbears.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 6th |
| Total Students: | 247 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 18.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 232 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 0 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
33
Grade 1
38
Grade 2
34
Grade 3
44
Grade 4
29
Grade 5
32
Grade 6
37
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 33 |
| Grade 1 | 38 |
| Grade 2 | 34 |
| Grade 3 | 44 |
| Grade 4 | 29 |
| Grade 5 | 32 |
| Grade 6 | 37 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 111 | 44.9% |
| Male | 136 | 55.1% |