Summary:
The Elliston Elementary district contains a single elementary school, the Elliston School, serving students from grades K-8. With only 19 students enrolled and a student-teacher ratio of 6.3 to 1, the Elliston School is a small, rural institution located in Elliston, Montana.
The Elliston School's academic performance, as measured by standardized test scores, is significantly below the state average in English Language Arts (30.77% proficient), Mathematics (30.77% proficient), and Science (33.33% proficient), compared to state averages of 43.09%, 36.77%, and 38.16%, respectively. Additionally, the school has a relatively high percentage of students (15.79%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher level of economic disadvantage among the student population.
The Elliston School's statewide ranking has fluctuated over the past few years, ranging from 177th out of 212 elementary schools in 2023-2024 to 275th out of 401 in 2024-2025. Its overall rating from SchoolDigger is 1 out of 5 stars, suggesting that the school is struggling to provide a high-quality education to its students. Addressing the challenges faced by the Elliston School, such as low academic performance and high poverty rates, will likely require a comprehensive approach involving school administrators, teachers, and community stakeholders.
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