Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Pablo Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pablo Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Pablo Elementary School's student population of 236 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Believe, Achieve, Succeed!
School Rankings
Pablo Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pablo Elementary School is 0.64, which is more 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
#641 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
53%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
22%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
17%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (13-14)
8%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pablo Elementary School's ranking?
Pablo Elementary School is ranked #641 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Pablo Elementary School often compared to?
Pablo Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like K William Harvey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Pablo Elementary School?
236 students attend Pablo Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Pablo Elementary School students are American Indian, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pablo Elementary School?
Pablo Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pablo Elementary School offer ?
Pablo Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pablo Elementary School part of?
Pablo Elementary School is part of Ronan Elementary School District.
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