Serving 126 students in grades 5-6, Poplar 5-6 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar 5-6 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Poplar 5-6 School's student population of 126 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Poplar 5-6 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplar 5-6 School is 0.04, 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
#707 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
98%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
1%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
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
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
10%
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 Poplar 5-6 School's ranking?
Poplar 5-6 School is ranked #707 out of 722 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Poplar 5-6 School?
126 students attend Poplar 5-6 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Poplar 5-6 School students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplar 5-6 School?
Poplar 5-6 School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Poplar 5-6 School offer ?
Poplar 5-6 School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar 5-6 School part of?
Poplar 5-6 School is part of Poplar Elementary School District.
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