Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rattlesnake 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 68% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than 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 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rattlesnake 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
Rattlesnake Elementary School's student population of 393 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Rattlesnake 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 Rattlesnake Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#8 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
87%
76%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
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 Rattlesnake Elementary School's ranking?
Rattlesnake Elementary School is ranked #8 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Rattlesnake Elementary School often compared to?
Rattlesnake Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jeannette Rankin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Rattlesnake Elementary School?
393 students attend Rattlesnake Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Rattlesnake Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rattlesnake Elementary School?
Rattlesnake Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rattlesnake Elementary School offer ?
Rattlesnake Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rattlesnake Elementary School part of?
Rattlesnake Elementary School is part of Missoula Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Rattlesnake Elementary School located?
Rattlesnake Elementary School is located in the Upper Rattlesnake neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
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