Amsterdam School vs Ridge View Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 8.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Amsterdam School
Manhattan · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
149 students
Ridge View Elementary
Belgrade · Public elementary · Grades PK–4
438 students
| Measure | Amsterdam School Manhattan, Montana | Ridge View Elementary Belgrade, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 85 Top 10% | 81 Top 10% |
| State rank | #2 of 267 | #9 of 267 |
| National rank | #2649 of 50,301 | #4728 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–4 |
| Students | 149 | 438 |
| Enrollment | 149 | 438 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 7.4% | 32.2% |
| Students per teacher | 14.9 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 82% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 67% | 67% |
| city | Manhattan | Belgrade |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Amsterdam School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (84.5 vs 80.5).
- •Amsterdam School does better on reading proficiency (82% vs 72%).
- •Amsterdam School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (7.4% vs 32.2%).
- •Ridge View Elementary does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.9).
- •Ridge View Elementary is the larger school with 438 students compared with 149.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Amsterdam School better than Ridge View Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), Amsterdam School ranks higher (84.5 vs 80.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Amsterdam School and Ridge View Elementary?
About 8.5 km in a straight line, between Manhattan and Belgrade in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Amsterdam School: 149. Ridge View Elementary: 438. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Amsterdam School and Ridge View Elementary rank in Montana?
Amsterdam School is 2nd of 267 and Ridge View Elementary is 9th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).