Broadwater School vs Helena P.A.L.
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Montana, United States, 1.2 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
Helena P.A.L.
Helena · Public high · Grades 9–12
58 students
| Measure | Broadwater School Helena, Montana | Helena P.A.L. Helena, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 39 Lower 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #191 of 267 | – |
| National rank | #32315 of 50,301 | – |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 207 | 58 |
| Enrollment | 207 | 58 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.4% | 55.2% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 8.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | – |
| Math proficiency | 37% | – |
| city | Helena | Helena |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Helena P.A.L. scores higher on the Success Index (US) (49.7 vs 39.4).
- •Helena P.A.L. does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (55.2% vs 73.4%).
- •Helena P.A.L. does better on students per teacher (8.3 vs 12.9).
- •Broadwater School is the larger school with 207 students compared with 58.
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 Helena P.A.L.?
On the Success Index (US), Helena P.A.L. ranks higher (49.7 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 Helena P.A.L.?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Helena and Helena in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Broadwater School: 207. Helena P.A.L.: 58. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Broadwater School and Helena P.A.L. rank in Montana?
Broadwater School is 191st of 267 and Helena P.A.L. is unranked among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).