Fred W Graff School vs West School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Fred W Graff School
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades 3–4
245 students
West School
Laurel · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
248 students
| Measure | Fred W Graff School Laurel, Montana | West School Laurel, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 30 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #226 of 267 | #196 of 267 |
| National rank | #38868 of 50,301 | #33880 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 3–4 | Grades 1–2 |
| Students | 245 | 248 |
| Enrollment | 245 | 248 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 87.3% | 79.8% |
| Students per teacher | 16.3 | 14.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 33% | – |
| Math proficiency | 42% | – |
| city | Laurel | Laurel |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (37.2 vs 29.5).
- •West School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (79.8% vs 87.3%).
- •West School does better on students per teacher (14.6 vs 16.3).
- •West School is the larger school with 248 students compared with 245.
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 Fred W Graff School better than West School?
On the Success Index (US), West School ranks higher (37.2 vs 29.5 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 Fred W Graff School and West School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Laurel and Laurel in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Fred W Graff School: 245. West School: 248. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Fred W Graff School and West School rank in Montana?
Fred W Graff School is 226th of 267 and West School is 196th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).