Serving 42 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 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Lustre School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Frazer, MT, encompassing approximately 214.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 15 to 20 minutes, with an average distance of 8.3 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest edge located 12.4 miles away.
- 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 42 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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 0.13, 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%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Black
5%
1%
Showing 1998–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
93%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 31-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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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?
42 students attend Lustre School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Lustre School students are White, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lustre School?
Lustre School has a student ration of 11:1, 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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