Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Lone Rock School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 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)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lone Rock School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lone Rock School's student population of 203 students has grown by 66% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Motto
We at Lone Rock School, in partnership with the community, strive to empower ourselves with knowledge and become respectful contributing citizens.
School Rankings
Lone Rock 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 Lone Rock 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
#261 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
91%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lone Rock School's ranking?
Lone Rock School is ranked #261 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Lone Rock School often compared to?
Lone Rock Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevensville K-6 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lone Rock School?
203 students attend Lone Rock School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Lone Rock School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lone Rock School?
Lone Rock School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lone Rock School offer ?
Lone Rock School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lone Rock School part of?
Lone Rock School is part of Lone Rock Elementary School District.
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