Edgerton School vs Russell School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 2.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Edgerton School
Kalispell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
509 students
Russell School
Kalispell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
223 students
| Measure | Edgerton School Kalispell, Montana | Russell School Kalispell, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 49 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #145 of 267 | #116 of 267 |
| National rank | #25946 of 50,301 | #21972 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 509 | 223 |
| Enrollment | 509 | 223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 17.6 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 67% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 58% | 62% |
| city | Kalispell | Kalispell |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.6 vs 48.8).
- •Russell School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 58%).
- •Russell School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 67%).
- •Russell School does better on students per teacher (15.9 vs 17.6).
- •Edgerton School is the larger school with 509 students compared with 223.
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 Edgerton School better than Russell School?
On the Success Index (US), Russell School ranks higher (54.6 vs 48.8 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 Edgerton School and Russell School?
About 2.7 km in a straight line, between Kalispell and Kalispell in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Edgerton School: 509. Russell School: 223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Edgerton School and Russell School rank in Montana?
Edgerton School is 145th of 267 and Russell School is 116th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).