Serving 426 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jeannette Rankin Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 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 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School's student population of 426 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
426 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School ranks within the top 50% 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 0.24, 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
#241 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
87%
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
89%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Jeannette Rankin Elementary School's ranking?
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School is ranked #241 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Jeannette Rankin Elementary School?
426 students attend Jeannette Rankin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Jeannette Rankin Elementary School students are White, 6% 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 Jeannette Rankin Elementary School?
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School has a student ration of 17:1, 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 Kalispell Elementary School District.
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