East Helena K-12 School District
School District · East Helena, Montana
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,003
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Avg Rating
5.2
out of 10
Schools
5
3 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,003
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.4:1
Evaluating East Helena K-12?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge East Helena K-12 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Radley Elementary School
East Helena · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
East Valley Middle School
East Helena · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
East Helena High School
East Helena · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Montana rank
#125 of 153
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.1
below Montana avg
Per-pupil spending
$10,003
$3,265 vs Montana median
District size
1,915 students
Much larger than Montana median
The short answer
East Helena K-12 ranks #125 of 153 Montana districts by overall school rating. East Helena K-12's schools with real test data average 5.0/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Radley Elementary School (7.9/10), East Valley Middle School (4.7/10), and East Helena High School (2.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in East Helena K-12
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Radley Elementary School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | East Valley Middle School | 4.7 / 10 |
| 3 | East Helena High School | 2.5 / 10 |
See all 5 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About East Helena K-12
East Helena K-12 is a East Helena, Montana school district serving 5 schools. The district educates 1,915 students with a student-teacher ratio of 17.4:1. The district invests $10,003 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.2/10, East Helena K-12 demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Radley Elementary School, which has a composite score of 7.9/10.
In standardized testing, East Helena K-12 students show an average math proficiency of 38.8% and ELA proficiency of 45.3%.
The district includes 3 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in East Helena K-12, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in East Helena K-12 with test data.
Schools in East Helena K-12
5 schools Elementary Schools 3
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Montana
- City
- East Helena
- Total Enrollment
- 1,915
- Teachers (FTE)
- 110
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in East Helena K-12?
East Helena K-12 has 5 schools in total — 3 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for East Helena K-12?
The average composite rating for East Helena K-12 is 5.2/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in East Helena K-12?
East Helena K-12 spends $10,003 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in East Helena K-12?
The average student-teacher ratio in East Helena K-12 is 17.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in East Helena K-12?
Radley Elementary School is the highest-rated school in East Helena K-12 with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What are the test scores in East Helena K-12?
Across schools in East Helena K-12 with test data, the average math proficiency is 38.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 45.3%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does East Helena K-12 compare to other districts in Montana?
East Helena K-12 has an average school rating of 5.2/10 across 5 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Montana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.2/10
- Math Proficiency
- 38.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 45.3%
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Compare East Helena K-12 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Billings Elem (28)
- Great Falls Elem (17)
- Helena Elem (13)
- Missoula Elem (12)
- Bozeman Elem (11)
- Cut Bank Elem (7)
- Browning Elem (7)
- Butte Elem (7)
- Kalispell Elem (7)
- Dutton/brady K-12 Schools (5)
- Hardin Elem (5)
- Miles City Elem (5)
- Centerville Elem (5)
- Lockwood K-12 (4)
- Baker K-12 Schools (4)
- Belgrade Elem (4)
- Corvallis K-12 Schools (4)
- Frenchtown K-12 Schools (4)
- Hamilton K-12 Schools (4)
- Havre Elem (4)
- Hellgate Elem (4)
- Laurel Elem (4)
- Lewistown Elem (4)
- Malta K-12 Schools (4)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Montana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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