Excellent
#51 of 603 schools in MT
Top 8% in state
Deer Park School
Elementary School · Deer Park Elem
2105 Middle Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
13.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#51 of 603
In Columbia Falls
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Deer Park Elem
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Deer Park School
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About Deer Park School
Deer Park School is a public elementary school in Columbia Falls, MT, part of Deer Park Elem. Deer Park School serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Deer Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #51 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Deer Park School show 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Deer Park School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Deer Park School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
30% of students at Deer Park 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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Deer Park School — Students at Deer Park School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
2.4%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Deer Park School Compares
See how Deer Park School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
2105 Middle Road, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Deer Park School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Creston School (rated 8.3/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Kalispell), with a very similar rating. Another option is Edgerton School (rated 8.0/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Kalispell), with a comparable rating. Additionally, East Evergreen School (rated 7.5/10, 5.8 miles away, in nearby Kalispell), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Columbia Falls, see our Columbia Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Deer Park 6-8 Columbia Falls | 0.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Columbia Falls High Schl Columbia Falls | 5.3 mi | 5.5 |
| Ruder Elementary Columbia Falls | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Columbia Falls Jr HS Columbia Falls | 5.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Cayuse Prairie School Kalispell | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Cayuse Prairie 7-8 Kalispell | 5.1 mi | 6.6 |
| VALLEY ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalispell | 4.0 mi | — |
| Glacier Gateway Elem Columbia Falls | 5.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Helena Flats School Kalispell | 4.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Helena Flats 7-8 Kalispell | 4.5 mi | 4.8 |
| East Evergreen School Kalispell | 5.8 mi | 7.5 |
| Fair-Mont-Egan School Kalispell | 6.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Fair-Mont-Egan Middle School Kalispell | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Creston School Kalispell | 7.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Evergreen Junior High Kalispell | 6.7 mi | 6.3 |
| Edgerton School Kalispell | 7.6 mi | 8.0 |
| KALISPELL MONTESSORI CENTER Kalispell | 8.6 mi | 4.6 |
| WOODLAND MONTESSORI SCHOOL Kalispell | 8.6 mi | — |
| STILLWATER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kalispell | 9.5 mi | 5.6 |
| Cornelius Hedges School Kalispell | 9.1 mi | 4.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59912 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,515
Median Home Value
$438,000
Median Rent
$1,052/mo
Population
15,745
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
77.4%
Avg Commute
21.5 min
Poverty Rate
9.8%
Median Age
41
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Amsterdam School Manhattan, MT | 8.5 |
| Gallatin Gateway School Gallatin Gateway, MT | 8.5 |
| Cascade School Cascade, MT | 8.6 |
| Drummond School Drummond, MT | 8.6 |
| F E Miley School Big Sandy, MT | 8.4 |
| Creston School Kalispell, MT | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Deer Park School
What grades does Deer Park School serve?
Deer Park School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Deer Park School?
Deer Park School has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Deer Park School?
The student-teacher ratio at Deer Park School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Deer Park School rank in MT?
Deer Park School ranks #51 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Deer Park School's MySchoolScout rating?
Deer Park School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Deer Park School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Deer Park School has 57% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Deer Park School a charter school?
No, Deer Park School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Deer Park School a Title I school?
No, Deer Park School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Deer Park School?
2.4% of students at Deer Park 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 2.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Flathead County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.4%
- Phone
- (406) 892-5388
Resources & Links
District
Deer Park Elem- District Enrollment
- 171
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $7,849
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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