Prickly Pear Elem vs Warren School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Montana, United States, 5.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Prickly Pear Elem
East Helena · Public elementary · Grades 1–2
269 students
Warren School
Helena · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
276 students
| Measure | Prickly Pear Elem East Helena, Montana | Warren School Helena, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 54 Top 50% | 55 Top 50% |
| State rank | #118 of 267 | #113 of 267 |
| National rank | #22247 of 50,301 | #21696 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 1–2 | Grades PK–5 |
| Students | 269 | 276 |
| Enrollment | 269 | 276 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 43.9% | 58.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.8 | 16.2 |
| Reading proficiency | – | 57% |
| Math proficiency | – | 52% |
| city | East Helena | Helena |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (54.2 vs 55.0).
- •Prickly Pear Elem does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (43.9% vs 58.3%).
- •Warren School does better on students per teacher (16.2 vs 16.8).
- •Warren School is the larger school with 276 students compared with 269.
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 Prickly Pear Elem better than Warren School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Prickly Pear Elem and Warren School?
About 5.2 km in a straight line, between East Helena and Helena in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Prickly Pear Elem: 269. Warren School: 276. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Prickly Pear Elem and Warren School rank in Montana?
Prickly Pear Elem is 118th of 267 and Warren School is 113th of 267 among elementary schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).