Rau Elementary School District had a total attendance of 61 students during 2018-19 school year

Rau Elementary School District had a total attendance of 61 students during the 2018-19 school year, according to the Montana Office of Public Instruction.

Attendance at the school saw a 22 percent increase over the previous school year.

According to data provided by the National Center for Education Statistics, enrollment is projected to increase by seven percent in Montana from 2017 to 2029. The state expected to see the most significant increase in enrollment is North Dakota, with a projected 16% increase. The state expected to see the most significant decrease in enrollment is New Mexico, with a projected 12% decrease.

According to the findings of a study conducted by Montana Small Schools Alliance, student enrollment in Montana has a significant impact on a number of factors such as a decrease in school funding, elimination of faculty, and possible school consolidation or closure.