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Central Heights School

415 North 30th Street, Billings, MT, 59101

Top 10% School in MONTANA

Ranked 18 of 154 in MONTANA

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About Central Heights School

Central Heights School has a friendly, down-to-earth rhythm that many Billings families mention when talking about their child’s school days. The math proficiency usually lands somewhere in the mid-range, shifting a little depending on the year and the group of learners. The teacher–student ratio feels like one teacher guiding a small, comfortable bunch of kids, which keeps classrooms calm and encourages students to ask questions at their own pace. Compared with nearby schools like Meadowlark and Poly Drive, Central Heights feels a little more relaxed in atmosphere, though still steady enough for children who need clear routines. A typical three-bedroom rental in this area of Billings usually stays in the mid-two-thousand dollars range, with updated homes costing more. After Central Heights, students usually move on to Will James Middle School and later Billings West High School. Many former students end up in fields like healthcare support, skilled trades, early education, digital tech help, business services, and hospitality, jobs that reflect the city’s practical, hardworking character. Parents say the school communicates clearly, offers simple routines, and provides a safe, steady space where kids grow at a comfortable pace.

Central Heights School Contact Information

Address

415 North 30th Street, Billings, MT, 59101

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Phone

(406) 281-6209

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 57%
Reading 47%
State average proficiency is 57% in Math and 47% in Reading.
18
Full-time Teachers
15 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
283
Total Students
$48901
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 18 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Central Heights School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

We are so excited to announce the name of our new playground! Following a school-wide and Robinson community vote we narrowed a large list of names down to four. Since our students will be using the playground on a daily basis, we gave them the final vote! 476.....

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Mansfield Public Schools Educator Spotlight: Pathways of a Fourth-Grade Teacher

MANSFIELD — Inside the brick building on East Street, four educators who began teaching within 2 years of each other, all spending the beginning of their careers teaching fourth grade at Jordan/Jackson Elementary School...

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 8:00 AM to 2:55 PM, Early Release on Wednesday at 1:40 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 7:45 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 63.6%
Asian 2.47%
Hispanic 16.25%
Black 0.35%
Two+ Races 6.01%
Native Am. 10.6%
White
63.6%
Asian
2.47%
Hispanic
16.25%
Black
0.35%
Two+ Races
6.01%
Native Am.
10.6%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 283
51.94%
147 Female
48.06%
136 Male

Student Population

283 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 15 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

283 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

Being Updated

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Latest News

Central Heights recently added new phonics materials for early readers and launched a hands-on math block focused on measurement, geometry, and real-life problem-solving. A weekly reading buddies program also started between lower and upper grades.

FAQ

Q1. What new learning updates were introduced at Central Heights this year?

Ans. The school added improved phonics tools and launched a refreshed math rotation.

Q2. How does the school support kids who need extra help?

Ans. Teachers offer small reading and skill-building groups during the week.

Q3. Do students get outdoor learning or creative time?

Ans. Yes, children enjoy art, music, STEM tasks, and simple outdoor lessons.

Q4. How does Central Heights communicate with families?

Ans. Parents receive newsletters, emails, and regular app updates.

Q5. What family events does the school host?

Ans. The school organizes literacy nights, seasonal programs, and community gatherings.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

Vocabulary.com +3 Horn Book +3 What to Read to Your Kids +3
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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

PS

The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

MLV

The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

Penguin Random House +10 Vocabulary.com +10 Wikipedia +10
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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

WR

The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
SLB

The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

S

The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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