Serving 672 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 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). 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 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- 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 672 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Rankings
L A Muldown School ranks within the top 10% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L A Muldown School is 0.19, 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
#71 out of 722 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
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
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
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 #71 out of 722 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 Glacier Gateway Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% 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?
672 students attend L A Muldown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of L A Muldown School students are White, 5% 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 14:1, 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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