Serving 84 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Ulm School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ulm School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Ulm School's student population of 84 students has grown by 40% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 60% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
84 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Ulm 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 Ulm 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
#155 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1

American Indian
4%
10%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
2%
6%

Black
1%
1%
White
92%
77%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Ulm School's ranking?
Ulm School is ranked #155 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Ulm School often compared to?
Ulm Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Vaughn School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Ulm School?
84 students attend Ulm School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Ulm School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ulm School?
Ulm School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ulm School offer ?
Ulm School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Ulm School part of?
Ulm School is part of Ulm Elementary School District.
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