Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Plentywood 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 35%). 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 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% 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-6
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Plentywood School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Plentywood School's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Plentywood School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Plentywood 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
#363 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plentywood School's ranking?
Plentywood School is ranked #363 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Plentywood School?
197 students attend Plentywood School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Plentywood School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Plentywood School?
Plentywood School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plentywood School offer ?
Plentywood School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Plentywood School part of?
Plentywood School is part of Plentywood K-12 Schools School District.
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