Serving 85 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Wibaux Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 85 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wibaux Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wibaux Elementary School's student population of 85 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
85 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every person is unique and deserves the opportunity to achieve his/her potential.
School Rankings
Wibaux Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wibaux Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#267 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
88%
76%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
18%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wibaux Elementary School's ranking?
Wibaux Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Wibaux Elementary School?
85 students attend Wibaux Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Wibaux Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wibaux Elementary School?
Wibaux Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wibaux Elementary School offer ?
Wibaux Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Wibaux Elementary School part of?
Wibaux Elementary School is part of Wibaux K-12 Schools.
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