Serving 206 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arlee Elementary 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlee Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Arlee, MT, encompassing approximately 274.2 square miles. Families within this area typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 19.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlee Elementary School's student population of 206 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
206 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arlee Elementary 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 Arlee Elementary School is 0.67, which is more 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
#641 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
47%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
27%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
21%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
4%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlee Elementary School's ranking?
Arlee Elementary School is ranked #641 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Arlee Elementary School?
206 students attend Arlee Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Arlee Elementary School students are American Indian, 27% of students are White, 21% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlee Elementary School?
Arlee Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlee Elementary School offer ?
Arlee Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlee Elementary School part of?
Arlee Elementary School is part of Arlee Elementary School District.
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