Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Warren School ranks in the top 30% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Warren School serves the northeast part of Helena, MT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 133.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school from this area is about 10-15 minutes, with the furthest edge being 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Warren School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Warren School's student population of 276 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
276 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Warren School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Warren School is 0.22, 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
#154 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 30-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.3%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren School's ranking?
Warren School is ranked #154 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Warren School often compared to?
Warren Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Smith School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Warren School?
276 students attend Warren School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Warren School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warren School?
Warren School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Warren School offer ?
Warren School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Warren School part of?
Warren School is part of Helena Elementary School District.
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