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#46 of 60 private schools in MT
Butte Central Elementary School
Elementary School
1100 DELAWARE AVE, Butte, MT 59701
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
233
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Montana private schools
#46 of 60
In Butte
#2 of 2
public schools
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Butte Central Elementary School
Elementary School in Butte · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Butte Central Elementary School
Butte Central Elementary School is a private elementary school in Butte, MT. Butte Central Elementary School serves approximately 233 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Butte Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #46 of 60 private schools in MT.
- This school 5.6 · Average
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Butte Central Elementary School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Butte Central Elementary School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Butte, MT
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Butte Central Elementary School (this school) | 5.6 |
| Emerson School | 5.2 |
| West Elementary School | 6.6 |
| East Middle School | 5.1 |
| Kennedy School | 4.6 |
| Whittier School | 7.0 |
| Hillcrest School | 6.8 |
| Margaret Leary School | 6.5 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in MT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1100 DELAWARE AVE, Butte, MT 59701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butte Central Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Whittier School (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lincoln Primary (rated 7.0/10, 21.8 miles away, in nearby Anaconda), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hillcrest School (rated 6.8/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Butte, see our Butte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Butte High School Butte | 0.6 mi | 4.6 |
| BUTTE CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Butte | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Emerson School Butte | 0.8 mi | 5.2 |
| West Elementary School Butte | 1.1 mi | 6.6 |
| Kennedy School Butte | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| HIGHLAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butte | 1.5 mi | — |
| East Middle School Butte | 1.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Whittier School Butte | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Margaret Leary School Butte | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| SILVER BOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Butte | 3.2 mi | — |
| Hillcrest School Butte | 2.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Ramsay School Ramsay | 7.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Ramsay Middle School Ramsay | 7.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Divide School Divide | 20.3 mi | — |
| Basin School Basin | 22.7 mi | — |
| Melrose School Melrose | 26.6 mi | — |
| Lincoln Primary Anaconda | 21.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Fred Moodry Intermediate Anaconda | 22.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Anaconda Jr High School Anaconda | 22.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Anaconda Sr High School Anaconda | 22.0 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,799
Median Home Value
$219,200
Median Rent
$811/mo
Population
34,245
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
40.1
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| Lincoln School Glendive, MT | 5.6 |
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| Pablo Elementary Ronan, MT | 5.5 |
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| Bonner School Bonner, MT | 5.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butte Central Elementary School
What grades does Butte Central Elementary School serve?
Butte Central Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Butte Central Elementary School?
Butte Central Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 233 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butte Central Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Butte Central Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Butte Central Elementary School rank in MT?
Butte Central Elementary School ranks #46 of 60 private schools in MT.
What is Butte Central Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Butte Central Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Butte Central Elementary School a private school?
Yes, Butte Central Elementary School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Butte Central Elementary School a religious school?
Butte Central Elementary School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 233
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Silver Bow County
- Phone
- (406) 782-4500
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