Forsyth Elementary School vs Longfellow School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 184 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Forsyth Elementary School
Forsyth · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
159 students
Longfellow School
Baker · Public elementary · Grades 3–6
158 students
| Measure | Forsyth Elementary School Forsyth, Montana | Longfellow School Baker, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 67 Top 50% | 59 Top 50% |
| State rank | #56 of 267 | #98 of 267 |
| National rank | #13570 of 50,301 | #19068 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades 3–6 |
| Students | 159 | 158 |
| Enrollment | 159 | 158 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 49.1% | 39.9% |
| Students per teacher | 12.2 | 15.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 57% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 62% | 52% |
| city | Forsyth | Baker |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Forsyth Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (66.8 vs 58.7).
- •Forsyth Elementary School does better on math proficiency (62% vs 52%).
- •Forsyth Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (57% vs 52%).
- •Longfellow School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.9% vs 49.1%).
- •Forsyth Elementary School does better on students per teacher (12.2 vs 15.8).
- •Forsyth Elementary School is the larger school with 159 students compared with 158.
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 Forsyth Elementary School better than Longfellow School?
On the Success Index (US), Forsyth Elementary School ranks higher (66.8 vs 58.7 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 Forsyth Elementary School and Longfellow School?
About 184 km in a straight line, between Forsyth and Baker in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Forsyth Elementary School: 159. Longfellow School: 158. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Forsyth Elementary School and Longfellow School rank in Montana?
Forsyth Elementary School is 56th of 267 and Longfellow School is 98th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).