Serving 62 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wyola 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% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 62 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wyola Elementary School's student population of 62 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
62 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Wyola 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 Wyola Elementary 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
#625 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
98%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wyola Elementary School's ranking?
Wyola Elementary School is ranked #625 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Wyola Elementary School?
62 students attend Wyola Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Wyola Elementary School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wyola Elementary School?
Wyola Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wyola Elementary School offer ?
Wyola Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wyola Elementary School part of?
Wyola Elementary School is part of Wyola Elementary School District.
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