Serving 39 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Roberts 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 39 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roberts School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Roberts, MT, encompassing approximately 122.3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 11.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Roberts School's student population of 39 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
39 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
School Rankings
Roberts 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 Roberts School is 0.15, 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
#602 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
White
92%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roberts School's ranking?
Roberts School is ranked #602 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?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Roberts School?
39 students attend Roberts School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Roberts School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roberts School?
Roberts School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roberts School offer ?
Roberts School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Roberts School part of?
Roberts School is part of Roberts K-12 Schools.
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