Serving 8 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Polaris School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (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.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 8 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Polaris School serves the northern part of its district in Dillon, MT, covering an area of approximately 213.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Polaris School's student population of 8 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
8 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
The diversity score of Polaris School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
White
100%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
35.9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Polaris School?
8 students attend Polaris School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Polaris School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polaris School?
Polaris School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Polaris School offer ?
Polaris School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Polaris School part of?
Polaris School is part of Polaris Elementary School District.
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