Serving 84 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Jordan Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jordan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Jordan Elementary School's student population of 84 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Rankings
Jordan Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jordan Elementary School is 0.10, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#24 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
White
95%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jordan Elementary School's ranking?
Jordan Elementary School is ranked #24 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Jordan Elementary School?
84 students attend Jordan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Jordan Elementary School students are White, 4% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jordan Elementary School?
Jordan Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jordan Elementary School offer ?
Jordan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jordan Elementary School part of?
Jordan Elementary School is part of Jordan Elementary School District.
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