Serving 465 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Elder Grove School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 41% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 465 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elder Grove School's student population of 465 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
465 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
Outlaw Pride, Generations of Success, Striving for Excellence!
School Rankings
Elder Grove 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 Elder Grove School is 0.29, 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
#440 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elder Grove School's ranking?
Elder Grove School is ranked #440 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Elder Grove School often compared to?
Elder Grove Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowlark School, Arrowhead School, Elysian School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Elder Grove School?
465 students attend Elder Grove School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Elder Grove School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elder Grove School?
Elder Grove School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elder Grove School offer ?
Elder Grove School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Elder Grove School part of?
Elder Grove School is part of Elder Grove Elementary School District.
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