Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jeannette Rankin Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
457 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Motto
Every Student, Every Day Achievement For All
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jeannette Rankin Elementary School is 0.21, 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
#14 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
89%
76%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jeannette Rankin Elementary School's ranking?
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School is ranked #14 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Jeannette Rankin Elementary School often compared to?
Jeannette Rankin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hawthorne School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Jeannette Rankin Elementary School?
457 students attend Jeannette Rankin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Jeannette Rankin Elementary School students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jeannette Rankin Elementary School?
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jeannette Rankin Elementary School offer ?
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jeannette Rankin Elementary School part of?
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School is part of Missoula Elementary School District.
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