Emerson School vs Kennedy School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 4.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Emerson School
Butte · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
389 students
Kennedy School
Butte · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
219 students
| Measure | Emerson School Butte, Montana | Kennedy School Butte, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 31 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #227 of 267 | #219 of 267 |
| National rank | #39458 of 50,301 | #37884 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 389 | 219 |
| Enrollment | 389 | 219 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.2 | 13.7 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 47% |
| Math proficiency | 35% | 32% |
| city | Butte | Butte |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Kennedy School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (31.0 vs 28.6).
- •Emerson School does better on math proficiency (35% vs 32%).
- •Kennedy School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.2).
- •Emerson School is the larger school with 389 students compared with 219.
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 Emerson School better than Kennedy School?
On the Success Index (US), Kennedy School ranks higher (31.0 vs 28.6 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 Emerson School and Kennedy School?
About 4.1 km in a straight line, between Butte and Butte in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Emerson School: 389. Kennedy School: 219. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Emerson School and Kennedy School rank in Montana?
Emerson School is 227th of 267 and Kennedy School is 219th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).