Serving 383 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Whittier School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower 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 11% 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-6
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whittier School serves the northeast part of Butte, MT, covering an attendance area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whittier School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Whittier School's student population of 383 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
383 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Average Class Size
18 students
School Rankings
Whittier 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 Whittier School is 0.21, 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
#271 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
37%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
46%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 24-year historical data
White
89%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier School's ranking?
Whittier School is ranked #271 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Whittier School?
383 students attend Whittier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Whittier School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier School?
Whittier School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whittier School offer ?
Whittier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier School part of?
Whittier School is part of Butte Elementary School District.
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