Ayers School serves 14 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 66%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Ayers School's attendance zone covers the entire Grass Range, MT school district, encompassing approximately 44.3 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 9.6 miles and the furthest point reaching 14.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ayers School's student population of 14 students has grown by 100% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ayers School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
66%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(12-13)≥50%
84%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(20-21) âš COVID-19 impacted14.3%
29.6%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
50%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 66% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 84% MT state average).
How many students attend Ayers School?
14 students attend Ayers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Ayers School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ayers School?
Ayers School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ayers School offer ?
Ayers School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Ayers School part of?
Ayers School is part of Ayers Elementary School District.
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