The top reported proficiency rate is 62% in Math. The lowest is 43% in Science.
Original Research by School Decision on Eagle Cliffs Elementary
Eagle Cliffs Elementary serves students from pre-kindergarten through fifth grade and is part of the Billings Elem district in Billings, Montana. The school’s enrollment is large for an elementary school serving these grades, and the student body is predominantly white, with Hispanic students and students identifying as American Indian or Alaska Native each making up a modest share of the population. A small share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, which is lower than what is typical in many public elementary schools. Data on students with individualized education plans and English learners was not available. The school does not report magnet or charter status, and its Title I status is not listed.
On the most recent state assessments, Eagle Cliffs posted results that sit above the midpoint among districts in Yellowstone County when looking at overall proficiency across tested subjects and grades. In math, a majority of students met or exceeded the state’s proficiency bar. In English language arts, the share reaching proficiency was also above the majority mark, though slightly lower than in math. Science results were lower, with less than half of tested students reaching the proficiency threshold. A parent may want to ask the school about how science is taught in earlier grades and what support is available for students who are not yet meeting the benchmark. Because this is an elementary school, there is no graduation rate to report.
Billings itself is the largest city in Montana and functions as a regional hub for trade, healthcare, retail, and culture across a multi-state area. The city was founded as a railroad town and has grown steadily since, earning the nickname “Magic City” for its sustained expansion. It continues to grow faster than any other city in Montana, and its economy is supported by its role as a service center for energy development in the region. Housing values in the area are above the national median, and rents follow a similar pattern. The local housing market shows moderate demand with a mix of inventory. The city provides a range of civic and cultural amenities, including a zoo, an art museum, a historic mansion, and nearby state parks. The Yellowstone River runs through the southeast part of town, and the sandstone formations known as “the Rims” shape the city’s landscape. No specific information about public transit or the location of schools relative to downtown was found in the available research.
The district itself did not have recent parent-relevant changes publicly reported in the material reviewed.
For a family considering Eagle Cliffs Elementary, the school offers solid academic performance in math and reading relative to other schools in the county, set within a large and growing city that provides the amenities of a regional center. The student body is not economically diverse in the way many public schools are, based on the free-lunch measure, and the racial composition is largely white. Families who value strong proficiency results in the core elementary subjects will find a school that delivers those in math and English language arts, while science is an area where the school is still working to bring a majority of students to the proficient level. The broader Billings context means access to medical, retail, and cultural resources are close at hand, and the city’s continued growth suggests a dynamic local economy.
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