Serving 40 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Geraldine Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Geraldine Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Geraldine Elementary School's student population of 40 students has grown by 48% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Geraldine Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Geraldine Elementary School is 0.15, which is less 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
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
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 Geraldine Elementary School's ranking?
Geraldine Elementary School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Geraldine Elementary School?
40 students attend Geraldine Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Geraldine Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Geraldine Elementary School?
Geraldine Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Geraldine Elementary School offer ?
Geraldine Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Geraldine Elementary School part of?
Geraldine Elementary School is part of Geraldine K-12 School District.
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