Cornelius Hedges School vs Lillian Peterson School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 1.9 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Cornelius Hedges School
Kalispell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
320 students
Lillian Peterson School
Kalispell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
344 students
| Measure | Cornelius Hedges School Kalispell, Montana | Lillian Peterson School Kalispell, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 44 Lower 50% | 44 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #171 of 267 | #175 of 267 |
| National rank | #29121 of 50,301 | #29401 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 320 | 344 |
| Enrollment | 320 | 344 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 17.2 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 52% |
| city | Kalispell | Kalispell |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (44.2 vs 43.8).
- •Lillian Peterson School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 57%).
- •Cornelius Hedges School does better on students per teacher (15.2 vs 17.2).
- •Lillian Peterson School is the larger school with 344 students compared with 320.
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 Cornelius Hedges School better than Lillian Peterson School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Cornelius Hedges School and Lillian Peterson School?
About 1.9 km in a straight line, between Kalispell and Kalispell in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Cornelius Hedges School: 320. Lillian Peterson School: 344. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Cornelius Hedges School and Lillian Peterson School rank in Montana?
Cornelius Hedges School is 171st of 267 and Lillian Peterson School is 175th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).