Elrod School vs Kessler Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 244 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Elrod School
Kalispell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
237 students
Kessler Elementary School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
235 students
| Measure | Elrod School Kalispell, Montana | Kessler Elementary School Helena, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 34 Lower 50% | 54 Top 50% |
| State rank | #211 of 267 | #117 of 267 |
| National rank | #36179 of 50,301 | #22148 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 237 | 235 |
| Enrollment | 237 | 235 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 34% |
| Students per teacher | 15.8 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 47% |
| city | Kalispell | Helena |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kessler Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.3 vs 33.6).
- •Kessler Elementary School does better on math proficiency (47% vs 32%).
- •Elrod School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 42%).
- •Kessler Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (34% vs 100%).
- •Kessler Elementary School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.8).
- •Elrod School is the larger school with 237 students compared with 235.
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 Elrod School better than Kessler Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), Kessler Elementary School ranks higher (54.3 vs 33.6 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 Elrod School and Kessler Elementary School?
About 244 km in a straight line, between Kalispell and Helena in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Elrod School: 237. Kessler Elementary School: 235. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Elrod School and Kessler Elementary School rank in Montana?
Elrod School is 211th of 267 and Kessler Elementary School is 117th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).