Kennedy School vs West Elementary School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 1.7 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Kennedy School
Butte · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
219 students
West Elementary School
Butte · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
503 students
| Measure | Kennedy School Butte, Montana | West Elementary School Butte, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 31 Lower 50% | 35 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #219 of 267 | #207 of 267 |
| National rank | #37884 of 50,301 | #35243 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–6 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 219 | 503 |
| Enrollment | 219 | 503 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 100% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 13.7 | 16.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 47% | 56% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 41% |
| city | Butte | Butte |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Elementary School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (35.1 vs 31.0).
- •West Elementary School does better on math proficiency (41% vs 32%).
- •West Elementary School does better on reading proficiency (56% vs 47%).
- •Kennedy School does better on students per teacher (13.7 vs 16.8).
- •West Elementary School is the larger school with 503 students compared with 219.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
Free academic assessment
Torn between two schools? Start with your child.
Whichever you choose, a free Success Tutoring assessment shows exactly where your child is in English and Maths and how to get ahead before the next school year.
- Personalised learning plan mapped to the Australian Curriculum
- English & Maths from Kindergarten to Year 12
- Flexible memberships, no lock-in contracts
- Centres across NSW, VIC, QLD, WA, SA and ACT
Frequently asked questions
Is Kennedy School better than West Elementary School?
On the Success Index (US), West Elementary School ranks higher (35.1 vs 31.0 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 Kennedy School and West Elementary School?
About 1.7 km in a straight line, between Butte and Butte in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Kennedy School: 219. West Elementary School: 503. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Kennedy School and West Elementary School rank in Montana?
Kennedy School is 219th of 267 and West Elementary School is 207th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).