Cohagen is an unincorporated community in southeastern Garfield County, Montana, United States. It lies along Highway 59 southeast of the town of Jordan, the county seat of Garfield County.
Serving 12 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cohagen School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 12 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cohagen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cohagen School's student population of 12 students has declined by 7% 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
12 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Cohagen School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cohagen 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#87 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
(22-23)25%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cohagen School's ranking?
Cohagen School is ranked #87 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Cohagen School?
12 students attend Cohagen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Cohagen School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cohagen School?
Cohagen School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cohagen School offer ?
Cohagen School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cohagen School part of?
Cohagen School is part of Cohagen Elementary School District.
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