Serving 440 students in grades 3-5, Radley Elementary 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 46% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). 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 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Radley Elementary School's student population of 440 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Radley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Radley Elementary School is 0.26, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#340 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch (19-20)
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Radley Elementary School's ranking?
Radley Elementary School is ranked #340 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Radley Elementary School often compared to?
Radley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastgate School, Montana City School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Radley Elementary School?
440 students attend Radley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Radley Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Radley Elementary School?
Radley Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Radley Elementary School offer ?
Radley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5
What school district is Radley Elementary School part of?
Radley Elementary School is part of East Helena K-12 School District.
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