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#45 of 603 schools in MT

Top 7% in state

Longfellow School

Elementary School · Bozeman Elem

PO Box 520, Bozeman, MT 59771

Enrollment

273

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

8.4

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Bozeman

#2 of 19

public schools

Montana elementary schools

#32 of 319

In district

#1 of 11

Bozeman Elem

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Exceptional

About Longfellow School

Longfellow School is a public elementary school in Bozeman, MT, part of the Bozeman Elem. The school serves approximately 273 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.2:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 92.7th percentile among MT schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 72% proficiency in math and 77% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.1/10). The school is situated in a small city setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.1Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+1.63 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2022
TrendImproving
Academics9.9Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72%
Reading/ELA Proficiency82%
Overall Proficiency77%
Expected (poverty-adj.)52%
vs. Expected+25.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment4.3Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$11,190

Longfellow School — Students at Longfellow School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

2.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.0%
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
82%

* 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: 9.1/10.

How Longfellow School Compares

See how Longfellow School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.4/10
93th percentile in MT
Academic
9.9/10
9.9/10
Growth
9.1/10
Above average
Environment
4.3/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
2%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
18 teachers

Location

PO Box 520, Bozeman, MT 59771

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Longfellow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL (rated 7.0/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Irving School (rated 6.7/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Hyalite Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bozeman, see our Bozeman schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Bozeman Online Charter School Bozeman 0.5 mi 6.0
LEARNING CIRCLE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman 0.5 mi
Hawthorne School Bozeman 0.6 mi 5.4
Irving School Bozeman 0.6 mi 6.7
Whittier School Bozeman 0.9 mi 5.1
Bozeman High School Bozeman 0.9 mi 7.7
HEADWATERS ACADEMY Bozeman 1.1 mi 7.4
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 1.3 mi
BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman 1.3 mi
Morning Star School Bozeman 1.6 mi 5.2
EMERGE PRIVATE SCHOOL Bozeman 1.5 mi 3.7
Sacajawea Middle School Bozeman 2.1 mi 7.2
PEAK POTENTIAL Bozeman 1.8 mi
Emily Dickinson School Bozeman 2.0 mi 6.3
BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman 2.1 mi 7.0
Hyalite Elementary Bozeman 2.4 mi 6.4
HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman 3.0 mi 5.2
Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman 3.2 mi 5.3
Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman 3.6 mi 6.6
Gallatin High School Bozeman 3.4 mi 6.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Linderman School Polson, MT 8.4
Plentywood School Plentywood, MT 8.4
Anderson School Bozeman, MT 8.5
Malta K-5 Malta, MT 8.5
McKinley School Billings, MT 8.5
Central Elementary Sidney, MT 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Longfellow School

What grades does Longfellow School serve?

Longfellow School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Longfellow School?

Longfellow School has an enrollment of approximately 273 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Longfellow School?

The student-teacher ratio at Longfellow School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Longfellow School rank in MT?

Longfellow School is ranked #45 out of 603 schools in MT.

What is Longfellow School's MySchoolScout rating?

Longfellow School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Longfellow School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Longfellow School has 72.0% math proficiency and 77.0% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Longfellow School a charter school?

No, Longfellow School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Longfellow School a Title I school?

No, Longfellow School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Longfellow School?

2.2% of students at Longfellow 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
87 Very Walkable
Transit Score
30 Some Transit
Bike Score
74 Very Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,212/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Bozeman). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
273
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Free/Reduced Lunch
2.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Gallatin County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Bozeman Elem
District Enrollment
4,679
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,840
District Rank
#1 of 11

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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