Serving 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Plentywood 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Plentywood School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Plentywood, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 851.4 square miles. This zone typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.3 miles from the school to its edge, and the furthest point being 27.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plentywood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Plentywood School's student population of 179 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1924
Average Class Size
14 students
School Rankings
Plentywood School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plentywood School is 0.30, 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
#360 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
5%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Orange and Black
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plentywood School's ranking?
Plentywood School is ranked #360 out of 696 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?
35-39% 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 Plentywood School?
179 students attend Plentywood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Plentywood School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plentywood School?
Plentywood School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plentywood School offer ?
Plentywood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Plentywood School part of?
Plentywood School is part of Plentywood K-12 Schools.
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