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Melstone School
Elementary School · Melstone Elem
Box 97, Melstone, MT 59054
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
6.8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Melstone School
Elementary School in Melstone · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Melstone School
Melstone School is a public elementary school in Melstone, MT, part of Melstone Elem. Melstone School serves approximately 27 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 6.8:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Melstone School show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 27 students, Melstone School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 6.8:1 students to teachers, Melstone School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Melstone School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Address
- Box 97, Melstone, MT 59054
- Phone
- (406) 358-2352
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Location
Box 97, Melstone, MT 59054
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melstone School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Custer School (rated 6.0/10, 36.0 miles away, in nearby Custer). Additionally, Winnett School (rated 5.7/10, 36.0 miles away, in nearby Winnett). For more schools in Melstone, see our Melstone schools guide .
Nearby Schools
8 within 36.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Melstone Middle School Melstone | 0.0 mi | — |
| Melstone High School Melstone | 0.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Custer School Custer | 36.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Custer High School Custer | 36.0 mi | 6.6 |
| Custer 7-8 Custer | 36.0 mi | — |
| Winnett School Winnett | 36.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Winnett High School Winnett | 36.0 mi | — |
| Winnett 7-8 Winnett | 36.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59054 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,708
Median Home Value
$184,400
Median Rent
$738/mo
Population
236
College Educated
17.6%
Homeownership
86.8%
Poverty Rate
5.5%
Median Age
54.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melstone School
What grades does Melstone School serve?
Melstone School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Melstone School?
Melstone School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melstone School?
The student-teacher ratio at Melstone School is 6.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Melstone School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Melstone School has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Melstone School a charter school?
No, Melstone School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melstone School a Title I school?
No, Melstone School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Melstone School?
59.3% of students at Melstone School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Musselshell County
- Phone
- (406) 358-2352
Resources & Links
District
Melstone Elem- District Enrollment
- 35
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,170
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