Serving 175 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lodge Grass 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lodge Grass School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Lodge Grass School's student population of 175 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Motto
The Mission of Lodge Grass Public Schools is to provide a friendly, safe learning environment to empower students to obtain ATTITUDES, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE (ASK) to be successful in an ever-changing world, including the preservation of Crow values while r
School Rankings
Lodge Grass 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 Lodge Grass School is 0.04, 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
#690 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
98%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
76%
Hawaiian
2%
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%
50%
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 Lodge Grass School's ranking?
Lodge Grass School is ranked #690 out of 696 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Lodge Grass School?
175 students attend Lodge Grass School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Lodge Grass School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lodge Grass School?
Lodge Grass School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lodge Grass School offer ?
Lodge Grass School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lodge Grass School part of?
Lodge Grass School is part of Lodge Grass Elementary School District.
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