Serving 334 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Poplar 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Poplar School's student population of 334 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Excellence in Education
School Rankings
Poplar 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 Poplar School is 0.08, 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
#667 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
96%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
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 School's ranking?
Poplar School is ranked #667 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Poplar School?
334 students attend Poplar School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Poplar School students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poplar School?
Poplar School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Poplar School offer ?
Poplar School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Poplar School part of?
Poplar School is part of Poplar Elementary School District.
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