Serving 301 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Florence-carlton El 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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-5
- Enrollment: 301 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Florence-carlton El School's student population of 301 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
301 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Florence-carlton El 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 Florence-carlton El 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
#360 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
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
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Florence-carlton El School's ranking?
Florence-carlton El School is ranked #360 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Florence-carlton El School often compared to?
Florence-carlton El Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lolo Elementary School, Hawthorne School, Stevensville K-6 by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Florence-carlton El School?
301 students attend Florence-carlton El School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Florence-carlton El School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Florence-carlton El School?
Florence-carlton El School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Florence-carlton El School offer ?
Florence-carlton El School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Florence-carlton El School part of?
Florence-carlton El School is part of Florence-Carlton K-12 Schls School District.
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