Serving 79 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jordan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jordan Elementary School's student population of 79 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Jordan 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 Jordan Elementary School is 0.02, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#164 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
99%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Jordan Elementary School is ranked #164 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Jordan Elementary School?
79 students attend Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Jordan Elementary School students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Jordan Elementary School?
Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Jordan Elementary School part of?
Jordan Elementary School is part of Jordan Elementary School District.
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