Polaris School

4210 Pioneer Mnt Scenic Byway
Dillon, MT 59725
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
10
Top 20%
Serving 7 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 20%).
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 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 7 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • : Top 20% in MT
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

School Overview

Polaris School's student population of 7 students has grown by 16% 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)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

School Rankings

Polaris School ranks within the top 20% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#88 out of 722 schools
(Top 20%)
≥50%
35%
≥50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.00
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Polaris School's ranking?
Polaris School is ranked #88 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
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?
7 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 7:1, 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 7 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
  • : Top 20%
  • : ≥50% (Top 20%)
  • : ≥50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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