Serving 42 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Power Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Power School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Power, MT, covering approximately 161.6 square miles. Families within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.8 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 13.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Power Elementary School's student population of 42 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
42 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Power Elementary 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 Power Elementary School is 0.33, 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
#435 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
10%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
81%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Power Elementary School's ranking?
Power Elementary School is ranked #435 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Power Elementary School?
42 students attend Power Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Power Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Power Elementary School?
Power Elementary School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Power Elementary School offer ?
Power Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Power Elementary School part of?
Power Elementary School is part of Power Elementary School District.
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