Serving 432 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chief Charlo School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Charlo School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Chief Charlo School's student population of 432 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
432 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chief Charlo School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chief Charlo School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#244 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
4%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
3%
1%
White
85%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief Charlo School's ranking?
Chief Charlo School is ranked #244 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Chief Charlo School often compared to?
Chief Charlo Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades, Jeannette Rankin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
How many students attend Chief Charlo School?
432 students attend Chief Charlo School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Chief Charlo School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chief Charlo School?
Chief Charlo School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chief Charlo School offer ?
Chief Charlo School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Chief Charlo School part of?
Chief Charlo School is part of Missoula Elem School District.
In what neighborhood is Chief Charlo School located?
Chief Charlo School is located in the Moose Can Gully neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
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