Melstone School

Melstone School is a small elementary school in Melstone, MT, serving grades PK-6 with just 24 students. Despite its small size, the school stands out for its very low student-teacher ratio, ranging from 5.6 to 9.8 students per teacher over the past few years. This suggests students at Melstone School receive a high level of individual attention.

However, the school's academic performance has been mixed. In the 2024-2025 school year, Melstone School outperformed the Melstone Elementary District and the state of Montana in English Language Arts, with 60% of students proficient or better compared to 46.43% and 43.09%, respectively. But the school underperformed in Mathematics (40% proficient vs. 32.14% and 36.77%) and Science (0% vs. 0% and 38.16%). This suggests the school may need to focus on improving student outcomes in these subject areas.

Another notable aspect of Melstone School is its high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 59.26% to 100% over the past few years. This indicates the school serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may impact the resources and support available for student learning. Despite these challenges, Melstone School's small size and low student-teacher ratio could be seen as an advantage, providing more individualized attention for students.