Serving 245 students in grades 3-4, Fred W Graff 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 32% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Fred W Graff School's student population of 245 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Fred W Graff School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fred W Graff School is 0.24, 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
#491 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
76%
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
83%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Laurel Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fred W Graff School's ranking?
Fred W Graff School is ranked #491 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Fred W Graff School often compared to?
Fred W Graff Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elder Grove School, Elysian School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Fred W Graff School?
245 students attend Fred W Graff School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Fred W Graff School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fred W Graff School?
Fred W Graff School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fred W Graff School offer ?
Fred W Graff School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Fred W Graff School part of?
Fred W Graff School is part of Laurel Elementary School District.
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