Lustre Elementary

Lustre School is the sole elementary school in the Lustre Elementary District, serving grades PK-8 in the small town of Frazer, Montana. Despite its small size of just 42 students, Lustre School is a standout educational institution, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in the state and significantly outperforming the Montana averages in academic achievement.

In the 2024-2025 school year, Lustre School ranked 33 out of 401 elementary schools statewide, with 65.52% of its students proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to the state average of 43.09%. In Mathematics, 60% of Lustre School students were proficient or better, surpassing the state average of 36.77%. The school also excelled in Science, with 50% of students achieving proficiency or higher, well above the state's 38.16% average. Additionally, Lustre Elementary District is ranked 30 out of 387 districts in Montana and is rated 5 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

Despite its small size and the fact that 50% of its students are eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, Lustre School has maintained a robust educational program and effective teaching practices, as evidenced by its consistently high academic performance and statewide recognition. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 12:1 may contribute to its ability to provide personalized attention and support to its diverse student population, helping them achieve exceptional results.