Serving 254 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Cayuse Prairie School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cayuse Prairie School's attendance zone covers the entire district in Kalispell, MT, encompassing approximately 55.3 square miles. The zone typically allows for a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge located 10.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cayuse Prairie School's student population of 254 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
A good education can change anyone. A good teacher can change everything!
School Rankings
Cayuse Prairie School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cayuse Prairie School is 0.17, 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
#310 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Mustangs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cayuse Prairie School's ranking?
Cayuse Prairie School is ranked #310 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Cayuse Prairie School often compared to?
Cayuse Prairie Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Creston School, Fair-mont-egan School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Cayuse Prairie School?
254 students attend Cayuse Prairie School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Cayuse Prairie School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cayuse Prairie School?
Cayuse Prairie School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cayuse Prairie School offer ?
Cayuse Prairie School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cayuse Prairie School part of?
Cayuse Prairie School is part of Cayuse Prairie Elementary School District.
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