Serving 15 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Alder School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 15 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alder School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Alder School's student population of 15 students has declined by 37% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
15 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Alder School is 0.13, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
7%
1%
White
93%
77%
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
47%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Alder School?
15 students attend Alder School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Alder School students are White, and 7% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alder School?
Alder School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alder School offer ?
Alder School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Alder School part of?
Alder School is part of Alder Elementary School District.
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