Serving 220 students in grades 5-6, Polson 5-6 School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 48% (which was higher than the Montana state average of 43%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 56% (which was higher than the Montana state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 was higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
Total Students
220 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)48%
43%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(15-16)56%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
(15-16)36%
12%
Asian
(15-16)n/a
1%
Hispanic
(15-16)2%
4%
Black
(15-16)n/a
1%
White
(15-16)62%
79%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 43% MT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MT state average).
How many students attend Polson 5-6 School?
220 students attend Polson 5-6 School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Polson 5-6 School students are White, 36% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polson 5-6 School?
Polson 5-6 School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Polson 5-6 School offer ?
Polson 5-6 School offers enrollment in grades 5-6
What school district is Polson 5-6 School part of?
Polson 5-6 School is part of Polson Elementary School District.
Recent Articles
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.
