Serving 428 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 47% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). 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 20:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (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 428 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
428 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Radley Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Radley Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#305 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
83%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
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 #305 out of 696 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
428 students attend Radley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Radley Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Radley Elementary School?
Radley Elementary School has a student ration of 20:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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