Prairie Elk Colony School serves 7 students in grades Prekindergarten-8.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the Montana state average of 68%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the Montana state average of 86%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 was lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
68%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
86%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Vida Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 68% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 86% MT state average).
How many students attend Prairie Elk Colony School?
7 students attend Prairie Elk Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Prairie Elk Colony School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Prairie Elk Colony School?
Prairie Elk Colony School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prairie Elk Colony School offer ?
Prairie Elk Colony School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Prairie Elk Colony School part of?
Prairie Elk Colony School is part of Vida Elementary School District.
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