Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Emerson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Emerson School's student population of 405 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Emerson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson School is 0.30, 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
#371 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)38%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
10%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson School's ranking?
Emerson School is ranked #371 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Emerson School often compared to?
Emerson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillcrest School, Divide School, Margaret Leary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Emerson School?
405 students attend Emerson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Emerson School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emerson School?
Emerson School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Emerson School offer ?
Emerson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Emerson School part of?
Emerson School is part of Butte Elementary School District.
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