Serving 55 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Arrow Creek 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 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% 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-6
- Enrollment: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arrow Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Arrow Creek Elementary School's student population of 55 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
55 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 27, 2026
School Motto
Education is your greatest weapon. With education, you are the white man's equal, without education, you are his victim and so shall remain all of your lives. Study, learn, and help one another always. Remember, there is only poverty and misery in idlenes
School Rankings
Arrow Creek 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 Arrow Creek Elementary School is 0.20, 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%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
89%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
7%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
13%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arrow Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Arrow Creek Elementary School is ranked #625 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Arrow Creek Elementary School often compared to?
Arrow Creek Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lodge Grass School, Pryor 7-8 by visitors of our site.
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 Arrow Creek Elementary School?
55 students attend Arrow Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Arrow Creek Elementary School students are American Indian, 7% of students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arrow Creek Elementary School?
Arrow Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arrow Creek Elementary School offer ?
Arrow Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Arrow Creek Elementary School part of?
Arrow Creek Elementary School is part of Pryor Elementary School District.
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