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#424 of 603 schools in MT

St Ignatius Elementary School

Elementary School · St Ignatius K-12 Schools

PO Box 1540, St. Ignatius, MT 59865

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

217

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

5.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#424 of 603

In St. Ignatius

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

St Ignatius K-12 Schools

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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About St Ignatius Elementary School

St Ignatius Elementary School is a public elementary school in St. Ignatius, MT, part of St Ignatius K-12 Schools. St Ignatius Elementary School serves approximately 217 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

St Ignatius Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #424 of 603 schools in MT. Structured state assessment records for St Ignatius Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.2 pts below MT schools

5.3

This school 5.3 · Average
MT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

St Ignatius Elementary 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.

36% of students at St Ignatius Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics

Student Progress4.0Below Average50%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data12

Annual Change-4.16 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.6Average30%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+1.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile38th

Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1

Per-Pupil Spending$16,181

Chronic Absenteeism35.5%

St Ignatius Elementary School — Students at St Ignatius Elementary School score 27% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 41.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

N/A

Based on 24 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009

Math

52%

ELA

67%

2010

Math

47%

ELA

72%

2011

Math

62%

ELA

77%

2012

Math

62%

ELA

82%

2015

Math

37%

ELA

37%

2016

Math

22%

ELA

22%

2017

Math

32%

ELA

32%

2018

Math

22%

ELA

22%

2019

Math

22%

ELA

22%

2020*

Math

17%

ELA

17%

2021*

Math

17%

ELA

17%

2022

Math

27%

ELA

27%

* 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: 4.0/10.

How St Ignatius Elementary School Compares

See how St Ignatius Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

5.3/10

30th percentile in MT

Academic

5.6/10

Average

Growth

4.0/10

Below Average

Environment

8.1/10

Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

18 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

35.5%

Location

PO Box 1540, St. Ignatius, MT 59865

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Ignatius Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charlo Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 9.2 miles away, in nearby Charlo), which scores notably higher. Another option is NKWUSM SALISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 10.5 miles away, in nearby Arlee), which scores notably higher. Additionally, K William Harvey Elem (rated 5.7/10, 14.7 miles away, in nearby Ronan), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in St. Ignatius, see our St. Ignatius schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
St Ignatius High School St. Ignatius	0.0 mi	135	6.3
St Ignatius Middle School St. Ignatius	0.0 mi	110	4.3
PINEHAVEN CHRISTIAN CHILDRENS RANCH AND SCHOOL Saint Ignatius	3.5 mi	48	5.0
GLACIER LAKE SCHOOL Saint Ignatius	2.7 mi	22	—
60281 HILLSIDE RD Saint Ignatius	3.2 mi	29	—
Charlo Elementary Charlo	9.2 mi	99	8.9
Charlo 6-8 Charlo	9.2 mi	59	6.9
Charlo High School Charlo	9.2 mi	82	5.1
NKWUSM SALISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL Arlee	10.5 mi	31	7.2
Arlee High School Arlee	10.7 mi	140	4.4
Arlee 7-8 Arlee	10.7 mi	54	4.8
Arlee Elementary Arlee	10.7 mi	193	4.7
MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ronan	14.4 mi	25	—
Ronan Middle School Ronan	14.6 mi	435	5.0
Ronan High School Ronan	14.7 mi	373	3.7
K William Harvey Elem Ronan	14.7 mi	401	5.7
Dixon 7-8 Dixon	10.7 mi	9	—
Dixon Elementary Dixon	10.7 mi	35	5.6
Two Eagle River School Pablo	19.5 mi	136	—
Pablo Elementary Ronan	19.6 mi	236	5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59865 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$55,213

Median Home Value

$310,400

Median Rent

$520/mo

Population

3,741

College Educated

23.7%

Homeownership

74.1%

Avg Commute

27.5 min

Poverty Rate

17.1%

Median Age

37.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Ignatius Elementary School

What grades does St Ignatius Elementary School serve?

St Ignatius Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend St Ignatius Elementary School?

St Ignatius Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 217 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Ignatius Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does St Ignatius Elementary School rank in MT?

St Ignatius Elementary School ranks #424 of 603 schools in MT.

What is St Ignatius Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Ignatius Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at St Ignatius Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, St Ignatius Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 41% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is St Ignatius Elementary School a charter school?

No, St Ignatius Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is St Ignatius Elementary School a Title I school?

No, St Ignatius Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for St Ignatius Elementary School?

100.0% of students at St Ignatius Elementary 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.