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#359 of 603 schools in MT
Daly School
Elementary School · Hamilton K-12 Schools
217 Daly Avenue, Hamilton, MT 59840
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
554
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#359 of 603
In Hamilton
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Hamilton K-12 Schools
Academic performance
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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Daly School
Elementary School in Hamilton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Daly School
Daly School is a public elementary school in Hamilton, MT, part of Hamilton K-12 Schools. Daly School serves approximately 554 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Daly School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #359 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Daly School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.9 · Average
- District avg 5.1
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Daly School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Daly School — Students at Daly School score 46% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.6/10.
How Daly School Compares
See how Daly School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
217 Daly Avenue, Hamilton, MT 59840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Daly School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PINES ACADEMY (rated 6.8/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Pinesdale), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Quentin Brown Primary K-4 (rated 6.3/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Corvallis), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Darby School (rated 4.8/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Darby), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hamilton, see our Hamilton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Middle School Hamilton | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Hamilton High School Hamilton | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington School Hamilton | 0.9 mi | 4.3 |
| BLODGETT VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hamilton | 1.7 mi | 4.6 |
| HAMILTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hamilton | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Quentin Brown Primary K-4 Corvallis | 5.4 mi | 6.3 |
| Corvallis High School Corvallis | 5.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Edna Thomas School Corvallis | 5.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Corvallis 7-8 Corvallis | 5.6 mi | 6.1 |
| PINES ACADEMY Pinesdale | 7.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Victor School Victor | 12.1 mi | 3.1 |
| Victor High School Victor | 12.1 mi | 4.9 |
| Victor Middle School Victor | 12.1 mi | 3.5 |
| Darby School Darby | 14.8 mi | 4.8 |
| Darby High School Darby | 14.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Darby 7-8 Darby | 14.8 mi | 4.5 |
| Stevensville 7-8 Stevensville | 18.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Stevensville K-6 Stevensville | 18.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Stevensville High School Stevensville | 18.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Lone Rock Middle School Stevensville | 23.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,493
Median Home Value
$398,800
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
14,775
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
68.9%
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
49.1
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ST FRANCIS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Billings, MT | 5.9 |
| Sandstone School Billings, MT | 6.0 |
| Bigfork Elementary Bigfork, MT | 5.8 |
| Jim Darcy School Helena, MT | 5.7 |
| K William Harvey Elem Ronan, MT | 5.7 |
| Cecelia Hazelton School Townsend, MT | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Daly School
What grades does Daly School serve?
Daly School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Daly School?
Daly School has an enrollment of approximately 554 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Daly School?
The student-teacher ratio at Daly School is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Daly School rank in MT?
Daly School ranks #359 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Daly School's MySchoolScout rating?
Daly School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Daly School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Daly School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 57% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Daly School a charter school?
No, Daly School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Daly School a Title I school?
No, Daly School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daly School?
57.4% of students at Daly School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 554
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Ravalli County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (406) 363-2122
Resources & Links
District
Hamilton K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 1,660
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,260
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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