At-a-glance snapshot, compared to state averages where available
State avg: 165
405
Total Enrollment
State avg: 51%
100%+48.6pp
Free/Reduced Lunch
16.2:1
Student : Teacher
Public
Sector
No
Title I
District
Governance
-1–6
Grade Span
Elementary
Level
Overview
Emerson School is a public elementary serving grades -1–6 in Butte, Montana. The school enrolls 405 students. It is part of the Butte Elem district.
Source: NCES CCD (2023)
Strengths & Things to Consider
Indicators pulled CCD and benchmarked against Montana state averages. This is not a ranking — different families value different things.
Things to Consider
Higher share of students from low-income families
100% free/reduced-lunch eligibility — schools in this range benefit from strong parent engagement programs
Key Facts
SectorPublic
School Type—
LevelElementary
Grade Span-1–6
DistrictButte Elem
County30093
CityButte
ZIP59701
CharterNo
MagnetNo
Title INo
NCES School ID300528000140
Student Demographics
Total Enrollment405
White83.2%
Hispanic / Latino9.7%
American Indian / Alaska Native0.5%
Two or More Races6.6%
Race / Ethnicity Distribution
White
83.2%
Hispanic
9.7%
Two+
6.6%
Source: NCES CCD (2023)
Equity & Title I
In the United States, Free/Reduced Lunch (FRL) eligibility is the primary federal proxy for student poverty. Schools with 40% or more FRL-eligible students typically qualify for Title I school-wide programs.