Broadwater School vs Central School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Broadwater School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
207 students
Central School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
242 students
| Measure | Broadwater School Helena, Montana | Central School Helena, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 50 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 267 | #141 of 267 |
| National rank | #32315 of 50,301 | #25493 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 207 | 242 |
| Enrollment | 207 | 242 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 42% |
| city | Helena | Helena |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Central School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.5 vs 39.4).
- •Central School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Central School does better on reading proficiency (52% vs 42%).
- •Central School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 73.4%).
- •Broadwater School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.2).
- •Central School is the larger school with 242 students compared with 207.
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 Broadwater School better than Central School?
On the Success Index (US), Central School ranks higher (49.5 vs 39.4 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 Broadwater School and Central School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Helena and Helena in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Broadwater School: 207. Central School: 242. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Broadwater School and Central School rank in Montana?
Broadwater School is 191st of 267 and Central School is 141st of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).