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Melrose School
Elementary School · Melrose Elem
PO Box 128, Melrose, MT 59743
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Melrose School
Melrose School is a public elementary school in Melrose, MT, part of the Melrose Elem. The school serves approximately 5 students in grades Pre-K – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 5:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $50,938, where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 5 students, Melrose School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5:1, Melrose School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Melrose School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- PO Box 128, Melrose, MT 59743
- Phone
- (406) 835-2811
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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Location
PO Box 128, Melrose, MT 59743
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Melrose School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Twin Bridges School (rated 9.2/10, 18.1 miles away, in nearby Twin Bridges). Another option is Emerson School (rated 7.3/10, 26.4 miles away, in nearby Butte). Additionally, Margaret Leary School (rated 7.1/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Butte). For more schools in Melrose, see our Melrose schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 27.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Divide School Divide | 8.8 mi | — |
| Reichle School Glen | 11.8 mi | — |
| Wise River School Wise River | 16.7 mi | — |
| Twin Bridges School Twin Bridges | 18.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Twin Bridges High School Twin Bridges | 18.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Twin Bridges Middle School Twin Bridges | 18.1 mi | 6.3 |
| SILVER BOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Butte | 24.0 mi | — |
| Margaret Leary School Butte | 24.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Ramsay School Ramsay | 25.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Ramsay Middle School Ramsay | 25.8 mi | 5.4 |
| West Elementary School Butte | 26.7 mi | 6.3 |
| BUTTE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Butte | 26.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Emerson School Butte | 26.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Whittier School Butte | 26.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Hillcrest School Butte | 26.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Butte High School Butte | 27.1 mi | 4.4 |
| BUTTE CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Butte | 27.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Kennedy School Butte | 27.6 mi | 6.8 |
| HIGHLAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butte | 27.0 mi | — |
| East Middle School Butte | 27.0 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59743 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$50,938
Median Home Value
$484,600
Median Rent
$943/mo
Population
192
College Educated
29.2%
Homeownership
79.5%
Poverty Rate
16.4%
Median Age
57.1
Community Profile
The community surrounding Melrose School has a median household income of $50,938. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $484,600, with a median rent of $943/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.4%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bloomfield School Glendive, MT | — |
| Brorson School Sidney, MT | — |
| Cleveland School Chinook, MT | — |
| Cooke City School Cooke City, MT | — |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman, MT | — |
| Golden Ridge School Fairfield, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Melrose School
What grades does Melrose School serve?
Melrose School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Melrose School?
Melrose School has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Melrose School?
The student-teacher ratio at Melrose School is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Melrose School a charter school?
No, Melrose School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Melrose School a Title I school?
No, Melrose School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 5
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Silver Bow County
- Phone
- (406) 835-2811
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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