Serving 414 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Chief Charlo School ranks in the top 10% 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 63% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Chief Charlo School serves the southwest part of Missoula, MT, encompassing an attendance area of approximately 21.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, reaching up to 6.7 miles at its furthest point.
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Chief Charlo School's student population of 414 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
School Rankings
Chief Charlo School ranks within the top 10% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chief Charlo School is 0.29, 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
#36 out of 696 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 29-year historical data
White
84%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 30-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2010–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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 #36 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% 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, Paxson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Chief Charlo School?
414 students attend Chief Charlo School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Chief Charlo School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chief Charlo School?
Chief Charlo School has a student ration of 16:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chief Charlo School part of?
Chief Charlo School is part of Missoula Elementary School District.
In what neighborhood is Chief Charlo School located?
Chief Charlo School is located in the Moose Can Gully neighborhood of Missoula, MT.
School Reviews
Review Chief Charlo School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
