Serving 219 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Kennedy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 219 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kennedy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Kennedy School's student population of 219 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
219 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
School Rankings
Kennedy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kennedy School is 0.50, which is more 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
#457 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
White
69%
76%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
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 Kennedy School's ranking?
Kennedy School is ranked #457 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Kennedy School?
219 students attend Kennedy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Kennedy School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kennedy School?
Kennedy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kennedy School offer ?
Kennedy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Kennedy School part of?
Kennedy School is part of Butte Elementary School District.
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