Bigfork Elementary vs Lillian Peterson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 24 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Bigfork Elementary
Bigfork · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
343 students
Lillian Peterson School
Kalispell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
344 students
| Measure | Bigfork Elementary Bigfork, Montana | Lillian Peterson School Kalispell, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #58 of 267 | #175 of 267 |
| National rank | #13629 of 50,301 | #29401 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 343 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 343 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 31.2% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.2 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 65% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 44% | 52% |
| city | Bigfork | Kalispell |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Bigfork Elementary scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.7 vs 43.8).
- •Lillian Peterson School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 44%).
- •Bigfork Elementary does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 62%).
- •Bigfork Elementary does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (31.2% vs 100%).
- •Bigfork Elementary does better on students per teacher (13.2 vs 17.2).
- •Lillian Peterson School is the larger school with 344 students compared with 343.
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 Bigfork Elementary better than Lillian Peterson School?
On the Success Index (US), Bigfork Elementary ranks higher (66.7 vs 43.8 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 Bigfork Elementary and Lillian Peterson School?
About 24 km in a straight line, between Bigfork and Kalispell in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Bigfork Elementary: 343. Lillian Peterson School: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Bigfork Elementary and Lillian Peterson School rank in Montana?
Bigfork Elementary is 58th of 267 and Lillian Peterson School is 175th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).