Plains K-12 School District
School District · Plains, Montana
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,159
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Avg Rating
6.6
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$13,159
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
How this district compares
Montana rank
#62 of 153
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.3
above Montana avg
Per-pupil spending
$13,159
$109 vs Montana median
District size
427 students
Larger than Montana median
About Plains K-12
Plains K-12 is a Plains, Montana school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 427 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13.3:1. The district invests $13,159 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.6/10, Plains K-12 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Plains 7-8, which has a composite score of 7.3/10.
In standardized testing, Plains K-12 students show an average math proficiency of 37.4% and ELA proficiency of 43.6%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Plains K-12, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Plains K-12 with test data.
Schools in Plains K-12
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Montana
- City
- Plains
- Total Enrollment
- 427
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Plains K-12?
Plains K-12 has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Plains K-12?
The average composite rating for Plains K-12 is 6.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Plains K-12?
Plains K-12 spends $13,159 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Plains K-12?
The average student-teacher ratio in Plains K-12 is 13.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Plains K-12?
Plains 7-8 is the highest-rated school in Plains K-12 with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What are the test scores in Plains K-12?
Across schools in Plains K-12 with test data, the average math proficiency is 37.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 43.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Plains K-12 compare to other districts in Montana?
Plains K-12 has an average school rating of 6.6/10 across 3 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 37.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 43.6%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Plains K-12 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Billings Elem (28)
- Great Falls Elem (17)
- Helena Elem (13)
- Missoula Elem (12)
- Bozeman Elem (11)
- Cut Bank Elem (7)
- Browning Elem (7)
- Butte Elem (7)
- Kalispell Elem (7)
- Dutton/brady K-12 Schools (5)
- East Helena K-12 (5)
- Hardin Elem (5)
- Miles City Elem (5)
- Centerville Elem (5)
- Lockwood K-12 (4)
- Baker K-12 Schools (4)
- Belgrade Elem (4)
- Corvallis K-12 Schools (4)
- Frenchtown K-12 Schools (4)
- Hamilton K-12 Schools (4)
- Havre Elem (4)
- Hellgate Elem (4)
- Laurel Elem (4)
- Lewistown Elem (4)
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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