Serving 93 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Vaughn Elementary 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 93 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vaughn Elementary School's student population of 93 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
93 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vaughn 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 Vaughn Elementary School is 0.43, which is more 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
#573 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
11%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
74%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
18%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vaughn Elementary School's ranking?
Vaughn Elementary School is ranked #573 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Vaughn Elementary School?
93 students attend Vaughn Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Vaughn Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vaughn Elementary School?
Vaughn Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vaughn Elementary School offer ?
Vaughn Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Vaughn Elementary School part of?
Vaughn Elementary School is part of Vaughn Elementary School District.
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