Pondera Colony School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pondera Colony School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
The teacher population of 2 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students (22-23)
27 students
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Pondera Colony School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
Overall Testing Rank
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
41%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pondera Colony School's ranking?
Pondera Colony School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Pondera Colony School?
27 students attend Pondera Colony School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Pondera Colony School students are White.
What grades does Pondera Colony School offer ?
Pondera Colony School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Pondera Colony School part of?
Pondera Colony School is part of Dutton/Brady K-12 Schools School District.
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