Plains K-12

Located at 412 Rittenour in Plains, Montana, Plains K-12 is an active, traditional public school district serving a remote rural community. Operating independently across three campus facilities, the district offers a continuous educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. According to the 2024–2025 dataset, Plains K-12 serves a total enrollment of 404 students, balanced almost evenly between 203 female and 201 male learners. Enrollment spans across all grade levels, beginning with 4 pre-kindergarten and 23 kindergarten students, progressing through elementary and middle grades, and culminating in a high school senior class of 29 students.

To support student learning and campus operations, the district maintains a substantial workforce totaling approximately 126.18 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members. This includes a dedicated teaching staff of 62.1 FTE teachers, supported by 7.23 FTE instructional aides and 56.85 FTE support personnel, cultivating a well-resourced learning environment. Demographically, the student population includes 369 White, 17 Hispanic, 9 multiracial, 7 American Indian, 1 Asian, and 1 Pacific Islander student. Families, community members, and educational researchers can learn more about Plains K-12 by contacting the district directly at (406) 826-3666 or by visiting its official website at plainsschools.net.