Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Rossiter School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rossiter School's student population of 369 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of Rossiter Elementary School is to challenge and empower each student to respect themselves and others and become successful lifelong learners in a safe and positive environment.
School Rankings
Rossiter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rossiter School is 0.28, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#359 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
11%
7%
Black
2%
1%
White
84%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Helena Elementary School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rossiter School's ranking?
Rossiter School is ranked #359 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Rossiter School often compared to?
Rossiter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jim Darcy School, Four Georgians School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Rossiter School?
369 students attend Rossiter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Rossiter School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rossiter School?
Rossiter School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rossiter School offer ?
Rossiter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Rossiter School part of?
Rossiter School is part of Helena Elementary School District.
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