Serving 49 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lustre School ranks in the top 10% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 49 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lustre School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Lustre School's student population of 49 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
49 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Motto
Our goal is to be the best small school in rural America!
School Rankings
Lustre School ranks within the top 10% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lustre School is 0.19, 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
#41 out of 696 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
8%
1%
White
90%
77%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Lustre School's ranking?
Lustre School is ranked #41 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lustre School?
49 students attend Lustre School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Lustre School students are White, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lustre School?
Lustre School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lustre School offer ?
Lustre School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lustre School part of?
Lustre School is part of Lustre Elementary School District.
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