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Plains Elementary School

412 Rittenour, Plains, MT 59859, United States

+1 (406) 826-3642

http://plainsschools.net

5.5

Overall Rating

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Plains Elementary School Overview

About This School

Plains Elementary School is a public middle in Plains, Montana, serving 218 students in grades PK-6. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 52% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 16 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $51,155. Counseling resources include a ratio of 145 students per counselor. The student body is composed of 53% male and 47% female students. Regarding ethnicity, the population is 90% White, 5% Hispanic, and 3% Two or More Races.

218

Total Students

PK-6

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

16 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts52%

Mathematics57%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-6

County

Sanders County

Students per Counselor

145:1

Plains Elementary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

52%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 45%State Avg: 44%

57%

Mathematics

City Avg: 40%State Avg: 37%

N/A

Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.3:1

State Avg: 11:1

145

Students per Counselor

Plains Elementary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$51,155

City Avg: $51,155

State Avg: $47,501

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor145:1

Plains Elementary School Student Demographics

Student Body

53.21%

Male

46.79%

Female

Total Enrollment: 218 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White90.37%

Hispanic4.59%

Asian0.46%

Black0%

Two or More Races2.75%

Native American1.38%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Plains Elementary School

Q: What is Plains Elementary School?

A: Plains Elementary School is a middle public located in Plains.

Q: How many students attend Plains Elementary School?

A: Plains Elementary School has approximately 218 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Plains Elementary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Plains Elementary School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Plains Elementary School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Plains Elementary School - Plains, MT

Quick Facts about Plains Elementary School
School Name	Plains Elementary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-6
Location	412 Rittenour, Plains, MT 59859, Plains, MT
County	Sanders County
Phone	+1 (406) 826-3642
Total Students	218
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	16
Rating	5.5/10
ELA Proficiency	52%
Math Proficiency	57%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Plains Elementary School

What is Plains Elementary School?

Plains Elementary School is a middle public located in Plains.

How many students attend Plains Elementary School?

Plains Elementary School has approximately 218 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Plains Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Plains Elementary School is 13:1.

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