Laurel Elem School District
School District · Laurel, Montana
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
4
3 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,438
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Avg Rating
5.7
out of 10
Schools
4
3 elem, 1 mid
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,438
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Evaluating Laurel Elem?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Laurel Elem as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Fred W Graff School
Laurel · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Laurel Middle School
Laurel · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Montana rank
#109 of 153
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Montana avg
Per-pupil spending
$12,438
$830 vs Montana median
District size
1,204 students
Much larger than Montana median
Top-Rated Schools in Laurel Elem
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fred W Graff School | 6.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Laurel Middle School | 4.1 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Laurel Elem
Laurel Elem is a Laurel, Montana school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,204 students with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1. The district invests $12,438 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.7/10, Laurel Elem demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Fred W Graff School, which has a composite score of 6.0/10.
In standardized testing, Laurel Elem students show an average math proficiency of 45.7% and ELA proficiency of 51.7%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school .
District Map
Schools in Laurel Elem, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Laurel Elem with test data.
Schools in Laurel Elem
4 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Montana
- City
- Laurel
- Total Enrollment
- 1,204
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Laurel Elem?
Laurel Elem has 4 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Laurel Elem?
The average composite rating for Laurel Elem is 5.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Laurel Elem?
Laurel Elem spends $12,438 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Laurel Elem?
The average student-teacher ratio in Laurel Elem is 14.9:1.
What is the top-rated school in Laurel Elem?
Fred W Graff School is the highest-rated school in Laurel Elem with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What are the test scores in Laurel Elem?
Across schools in Laurel Elem with test data, the average math proficiency is 45.7% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Laurel Elem compare to other districts in Montana?
Laurel Elem has an average school rating of 5.7/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Montana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 45.7%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.7%
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Compare Laurel Elem with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Bozeman Elem (11)
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Montana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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