Serving 661 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, L A Muldown 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 69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: L A Muldown School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Whitefish, MT school district, covering approximately 307.3 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 12.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L A Muldown School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
L A Muldown School's student population of 661 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
661 students
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Be Safe, Be Kind, and Work Hard'
School Rankings
L A Muldown 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 L A Muldown School is 0.20, 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
#54 out of 696 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Hispanic
6%
7%
White
89%
76%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L A Muldown School's ranking?
L A Muldown School is ranked #54 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are L A Muldown School often compared to?
L A Muldown Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bissell School, Glacier Gateway Elementary School, Deer Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend L A Muldown School?
661 students attend L A Muldown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of L A Muldown School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L A Muldown School?
L A Muldown School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does L A Muldown School offer ?
L A Muldown School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L A Muldown School part of?
L A Muldown School is part of Whitefish Elementary School District.
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