Serving 79 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Absarokee School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Absarokee School's attendance zone covers the entire Absarokee school district, encompassing approximately 281.6 square miles. The area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 10.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 26.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Absarokee School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Absarokee School's student population of 79 students has grown by 46% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Absarokee School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Absarokee School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#447 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
95%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Absarokee School's ranking?
Absarokee School is ranked #447 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Absarokee School?
79 students attend Absarokee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Absarokee School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Absarokee School?
Absarokee School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Absarokee School offer ?
Absarokee School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Absarokee School part of?
Absarokee School is part of Absarokee Elementary School District.
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