Serving 77 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Ekalaka 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 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ekalaka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ekalaka Elementary School's student population of 77 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
77 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ekalaka Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ekalaka Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#424 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ekalaka Elementary School's ranking?
Ekalaka Elementary School is ranked #424 out of 722 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ekalaka Elementary School?
77 students attend Ekalaka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Ekalaka Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ekalaka Elementary School?
Ekalaka Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ekalaka Elementary School offer ?
Ekalaka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Ekalaka Elementary School part of?
Ekalaka Elementary School is part of Ekalaka Elementary School District.
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