Serving 99 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charlo Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 99 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Charlo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Charlo Elementary School's student population of 99 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
99 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charlo Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charlo Elementary 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
#33 out of 722 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
84%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charlo Elementary School's ranking?
Charlo Elementary School is ranked #33 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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 35% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Charlo Elementary School?
99 students attend Charlo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Charlo Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charlo Elementary School?
Charlo Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charlo Elementary School offer ?
Charlo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Charlo Elementary School part of?
Charlo Elementary School is part of Charlo Elementary School District.
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