Irle Elementary School vs Russell School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 574 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Irle Elementary School
Glasgow · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
380 students
Russell School
Missoula · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
375 students
| Measure | Irle Elementary School Glasgow, Montana | Russell School Missoula, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 43 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #179 of 267 | #81 of 267 |
| National rank | #30300 of 50,301 | #16885 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 380 | 375 |
| Enrollment | 380 | 375 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 51.3% | 55.2% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 13.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 42% | 62% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 52% |
| city | Glasgow | Missoula |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Russell School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.9 vs 42.5).
- •Russell School does better on math proficiency (52% vs 37%).
- •Russell School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Irle Elementary School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (51.3% vs 55.2%).
- •Russell School does better on students per teacher (13.9 vs 15.2).
- •Irle Elementary School is the larger school with 380 students compared with 375.
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 Irle Elementary School better than Russell School?
On the Success Index (US), Russell School ranks higher (61.9 vs 42.5 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 Irle Elementary School and Russell School?
About 574 km in a straight line, between Glasgow and Missoula in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Irle Elementary School: 380. Russell School: 375. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Irle Elementary School and Russell School rank in Montana?
Irle Elementary School is 179th of 267 and Russell School is 81st of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).