Jim Darcy School vs Rossiter School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 5.1 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Jim Darcy School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
473 students
Rossiter School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
369 students
| Measure | Jim Darcy School Helena, Montana | Rossiter School Helena, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 57 Top 50% | 53 Top 50% |
| State rank | #103 of 267 | #125 of 267 |
| National rank | #20207 of 50,301 | #23207 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 473 | 369 |
| Enrollment | 473 | 369 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 19.2% | 36.3% |
| Students per teacher | 18.9 | 17.6 |
| Reading proficiency | 54% | 52% |
| Math proficiency | 46% | 45% |
| city | Helena | Helena |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Jim Darcy School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (57.1 vs 52.8).
- •Jim Darcy School does better on math proficiency (46% vs 45%).
- •Jim Darcy School does better on reading proficiency (54% vs 52%).
- •Jim Darcy School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (19.2% vs 36.3%).
- •Rossiter School does better on students per teacher (17.6 vs 18.9).
- •Jim Darcy School is the larger school with 473 students compared with 369.
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 Jim Darcy School better than Rossiter School?
On the Success Index (US), Jim Darcy School ranks higher (57.1 vs 52.8 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 Jim Darcy School and Rossiter School?
About 5.1 km in a straight line, between Helena and Helena in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Jim Darcy School: 473. Rossiter School: 369. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Jim Darcy School and Rossiter School rank in Montana?
Jim Darcy School is 103rd of 267 and Rossiter School is 125th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).