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.
232
Total Students
19.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
100.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Box Elder School
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic4
American Indian227
  • American Indian
    227 (97.8%)
  • Hispanic
    4 (1.7%)
  • White
    1 (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: 232
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 19.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 232
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 2
Kindergarten 20
Grade 1 33
Grade 2 28
Grade 3 44
Grade 4 33
Grade 5 36
Grade 6 36

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Box Elder School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten2
Kindergarten20
Grade 133
Grade 228
Grade 344
Grade 433
Grade 536
Grade 636
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Box Elder School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11650%
Male11650%