Serving 123 students in grades 5-6, Poplar 5-6 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 123 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poplar 5-6 School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Poplar 5-6 School's student population of 123 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
123 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Poplar 5-6 School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Poplar 5-6 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
#707 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
99%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
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
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Poplar 5-6 School's ranking?
Poplar 5-6 School is ranked #707 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Poplar 5-6 School?
123 students attend Poplar 5-6 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Poplar 5-6 School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Poplar 5-6 School?
Poplar 5-6 School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Poplar 5-6 School offer ?
Poplar 5-6 School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Poplar 5-6 School part of?
Poplar 5-6 School is part of Poplar Elementary School District.
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