Flathead High School vs Russell School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Montana, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Flathead High School
Kalispell · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,541 students
Russell School
Kalispell · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
223 students
| Measure | Flathead High School Kalispell, Montana | Russell School Kalispell, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #76 of 108 | #116 of 267 |
| National rank | #13019 of 16,910 | #21972 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 1,541 | 223 |
| Enrollment | 1,541 | 223 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 15.9 | 15.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 50% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 62% |
| city | Kalispell | Kalispell |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (54.6 vs 31.4).
- •Russell School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 32%).
- •Russell School does better on reading proficiency (72% vs 50%).
- •Flathead High School is the larger school with 1,541 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 Flathead High School better than Russell School?
On the Success Index (US), Russell School ranks higher (54.6 vs 31.4 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 Flathead High School and Russell School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Kalispell and Kalispell in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Flathead High School: 1,541. Russell School: 223. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Flathead High School and Russell School rank in Montana?
Flathead High School is 76th of 108 and Russell School is 116th of 267 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).