District Overview
Located at 423 First Ave West in Culbertson, Montana, Culbertson Elem is an active, independent public school district serving a tight-knit community in a rural remote setting. Operating two educational facilities, the district delivers comprehensive instruction spanning from pre-kindergarten through the eighth grade. For the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a student body of 196 enrolled children. The student population represents a vibrant mix of cultural backgrounds—including White, American Indian, multiracial, Hispanic, and Asian students—fostering an inclusive, supportive environment across early childhood, elementary, and middle-level grades.

Culbertson Elem supports its student population through a well-resourced professional team totaling nearly 75 full-time equivalent staff members. The district’s instructional framework features approximately 39 full-time equivalent classroom teachers and nearly six instructional aides, backed by a robust support staff of over 30 full-time equivalent personnel focused on administration, facilities, and student services. This strong staffing allocation facilitates individualized guidance and low student-to-educator ratios. Families, prospective community members, and researchers looking for further information can reach out directly at (406) 787-6241 or visit the district online at http://www.culbertsonschool.com.
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Total Schools
196
Total Students
38.7
Full-Time Teachers
5.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Culbertson Elem
Demographic Student Count
White120
Hispanic11
Asian3
Two or More19
American Indian43
  • White
    120 (61.2%)
  • American Indian
    43 (21.9%)
  • Two or More
    19 (9.7%)
  • Hispanic
    11 (5.6%)
  • Asian
    3 (1.5%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Culbertson Elem
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High0
Other0
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:2
Students:196*
Teachers (FTE):38.7*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:5.1
Schools in Culbertson Elem
Found 2 Schools
Charter School 124 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th