Summary:
The Drummond School is the sole elementary school located within the Drummond Elementary district, serving students from pre-kindergarten through 6th grade. Despite the school's high poverty rate, with 100% of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, the Drummond School has consistently demonstrated strong academic performance, ranking in the top 41% of Montana elementary schools.
The Drummond School's standout performance is evident in its test scores, which are generally above the district and state averages. In the 2024-2025 school year, 56.6% of students were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 42.31% for the district and 43.09% for the state. The school's mathematics and science proficiency rates also exceeded the district and state averages. Additionally, the Drummond School boasts a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 10.3, which may contribute to its academic success.
While the Drummond School's ranking and star rating have fluctuated in recent years, the school's overall performance suggests it is a strong educational institution within the Drummond Elementary district. The school's ability to support its high-poverty student population and achieve above-average test scores is a testament to the effective strategies and practices employed by the school's administration and teaching staff.
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