Serving 274 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Eureka Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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-4
- Enrollment: 274 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eureka Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Eureka, MT, covering approximately 872.3 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being around 21.1 miles and the furthest edge located 46.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eureka Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Eureka Elementary School's student population of 274 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
274 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eureka Elementary 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 Eureka Elementary School is 0.27, 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
#222 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
White
85%
76%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eureka Elementary School's ranking?
Eureka Elementary School is ranked #222 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Eureka Elementary School often compared to?
Eureka Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Trego School, Fortine School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Eureka Elementary School?
274 students attend Eureka Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Eureka Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eureka Elementary School?
Eureka Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eureka Elementary School offer ?
Eureka Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Eureka Elementary School part of?
Eureka Elementary School is part of Eureka Elementary School District.
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