Below Average
#539 of 603 schools in MT
East Side School
Elementary School · Livingston Elem
132 South B Street, Livingston, MT 59047
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
248
Student-Teacher
15.5:1
Score
4.3
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#539 of 603
In Livingston
#3 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
Livingston Elem
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East Side School
Elementary School in Livingston · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East Side School
East Side School is a public elementary school in Livingston, MT, part of Livingston Elem. East Side School serves approximately 248 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 15.5:1 student-teacher ratio. East Side School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #539 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for East Side School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
33% of students at East Side 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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East Side School — Students at East Side School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
48.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 2.2/10.
How East Side School Compares
See how East Side School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
132 South B Street, Livingston, MT 59047
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Side School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. B A Winans School (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is LaMotte School (rated 9.0/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Bozeman), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Longfellow School (rated 8.8/10, 23.5 miles away, in nearby Bozeman), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Livingston, see our Livingston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 23.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sleeping Giant Middle Sch Livingston | 0.1 mi | 4.3 |
| ST MARYS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Livingston | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Park High School Livingston | 0.2 mi | 5.8 |
| EDUCATIO Livingston | 0.4 mi | — |
| B A Winans School Livingston | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| Pine Creek 6-8 Livingston | 9.7 mi | — |
| Pine Creek School Livingston | 9.7 mi | — |
| Shields Valley 7-8 Clyde Park | 16.0 mi | 8.4 |
| Shields Valley High Schl Clyde Park | 16.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Malmborg School Bozeman | 13.9 mi | — |
| Arrowhead School Pray | 19.1 mi | 5.4 |
| Arrowhead 7-8 Pray | 19.1 mi | — |
| Shields Valley Elementary Clyde Park | 23.6 mi | 6.1 |
| LaMotte 6-8 Bozeman | 19.1 mi | — |
| LaMotte School Bozeman | 19.1 mi | 9.0 |
| MT ELLIS ELEMENTARY Bozeman | 19.3 mi | 6.6 |
| MOUNT ELLIS ACADEMY Bozeman | 19.5 mi | 8.3 |
| McLeod School Mcleod | 21.0 mi | — |
| Hawthorne School Bozeman | 23.3 mi | 8.1 |
| Longfellow School Bozeman | 23.5 mi | 8.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59047 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,176
Median Home Value
$420,000
Median Rent
$980/mo
Population
13,491
College Educated
36.1%
Homeownership
69.1%
Avg Commute
25.2 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bench School Billings, MT | 4.3 |
| Helena Flats School Kalispell, MT | 4.3 |
| Lincoln School Miles City, MT | 4.3 |
| Meadowlark School Chinook, MT | 4.3 |
| Southside School Wolf Point, MT | 4.3 |
| Napi School Browning, MT | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Side School
What grades does East Side School serve?
East Side School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend East Side School?
East Side School has an enrollment of approximately 248 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Side School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Side School is 15.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Side School rank in MT?
East Side School ranks #539 of 603 schools in MT.
What is East Side School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Side School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 East Side School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Side School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Side School a charter school?
No, East Side School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Side School a Title I school?
No, East Side School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Side School?
48.4% of students at East Side 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
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 248
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 48.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Park County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.7%
- Phone
- (406) 222-1773
Resources & Links
District
Livingston Elem- District Enrollment
- 817
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,667
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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