Fort Benton Elem

Located at 1820 Washington in Fort Benton, Montana, Fort Benton Elem is an active, independent public school district dedicated to serving its local community. Situated in a remote rural geographic setting within Montana's 3002 Congressional District, the district operates two school facilities tailored specifically to early childhood and middle-grade education, encompassing grades pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Designed as a traditional public entity unaffiliated with a supervisory union, the district offers an accessible, localized educational foundation where young learners receive comprehensive academic and social development throughout their foundational schooling years.

During the current academic year, the district serves a total enrollment of 206 students, maintaining a balanced student body of 106 boys and 100 girls spanning from early pre-kindergarten programs up to eighth grade. The student body reflects the regional population, including 179 White, 12 Hispanic, 9 multiracial, 5 American Indian, and 1 Asian student. Fort Benton Elem stands out for its robust commitment to staffing and student support, employing nearly 70 full-time equivalent personnel. This includes approximately 31 dedicated full-time classroom teachers, 7 instructional aides, and over 32 support staff members. This favorable staffing ratio ensures small class sizes, personalized academic assistance, and a well-supported environment for families, researchers, and community members seeking a nurturing rural educational model.