Kila School

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Kila School ranks 186 th of 332 Montana elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

Summary:

Kila School is an elementary school located in Kila, MT, serving grades PK-6 with a student population of 148. While part of the Kila Elementary District, which is ranked 113 out of 300 districts in Montana, Kila School itself has faced challenges, ranking in the bottom half of Montana elementary schools.

Kila School's student population is significantly less diverse than nearby schools, with 93.24% of students identifying as white. This lack of diversity contrasts with the more varied student populations at schools like Edgerton School, Cornelius Hedges School, and Russell School, which are part of the higher-ranked Kalispell Elementary District. Kila School's proficiency rates in Mathematics (28.4%), Reading (43.21%), and Science (45%) also lag behind the district and state averages, contributing to its consistent ranking in the bottom half of Montana elementary schools.

The challenges faced by Kila School may be linked to funding and resource allocation, as the nearby schools appear to have more funding and resources, as evidenced by their higher per-student spending and lower student-teacher ratios. Addressing these areas, along with the school's lack of diversity and academic performance, could be crucial for improving the quality of education and overall outcomes for the students at Kila School.

Detail:

Public PK, KG-6

395 Kila Road
Kila, MT 59920

(406) 257-2428

District: Kila Elementary

SchoolDigger Rank:
186^th of 332 Montana Elementary Schools

Per Pupil Expenditures: $9,813

Students who attend Kila School usually attend:

Middle:

Kila 7-8

Student/teacher ratio: 15.1

Number of students: 148

Racial breakdown:

White:

93.2%

American Indian:

4.1%

Two or more races:

2.0%

Free/discounted lunch recipients: 46.6%

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Performance Trends

Compare Details Kila School ranks worse than 56% of elementary schools in Montana. (See more...)

Compare Details In 2023 the calculated Average Standard Score was 51.22. (See more...)

Student Body

Compare Details Racial makeup is: White (93.2%), American Indian (4.1%), two or more races (2%). (See more...)

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Teachers

Compare Details The student/teacher ratio at Kila School is 15.1. (See more...)

Compare Kila School employs 9.7 full-time teachers.

Finance

Compare Details The average total spent per student at Kila School is $9,813.

Schooldigger Rankings:

Kila School was not ranked this year due to insufficient test score data.

Kila Elementary:

SchoolDigger ranks Kila Elementary 113^th of 300 Montana school districts. (See district ranking list.)

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Rank History for Kila School

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Year	Avg Standard Score	Statewide Rank	Total # Ranked Elementary Schools	MT State Percentile
2004	62.52	81^st	217	62.7%
2005	56.54	104^th	218	52.3%
2006	19.61	219^th	234	6.4%
2007	51.90	130^th	230	43.5%
2008	39.28	148^th	194	23.7%
2009	17.88	173^rd	190	8.9%
2010	33.78	192^nd	241	20.3%
2011	36.71	190^th	247	23.1%
2012	43.79	171^st	244	29.9%
2013	39.61	176^th	246	28.5%
2015	40.14	188^th	287	34.5%
2021	52.39	201^st	356	43.5%
2022	52.81	185^th	329	43.8%
2023	51.22	186^th	332	44.0%

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Data source: test scores: Montana Office of Public Instruction, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Data source: Montana Office of Public Instruction

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Enrollment information for Kila School

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Year	White	African American	Asian	Hispanic	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Not Specified	Total
1990	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	n/a	90	90
1991	90	0	0	0	2	n/a	n/a	0	92
1992	105	0	0	0	9	n/a	n/a	0	114
1993	131	0	0	0	4	n/a	n/a	0	135
1994	133	1	0	0	4	n/a	n/a	0	138
1995	106	0	0	0	2	n/a	n/a	0	108
1996	106	0	0	0	2	n/a	n/a	0	108
1997	117	0	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	118
1998	106	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	106
1999	94	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	94
2000	89	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	89
2001	97	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	97
2002	92	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	92
2003	92	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	92
2004	90	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	90
2005	111	0	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	111
2006	107	1	0	0	1	n/a	n/a	0	109
2007	102	1	0	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	103
2008	123	1	1	0	0	n/a	n/a	0	125
2009	122	1	1	1	0	n/a	n/a	0	125
2010	127	1	0	1	2	n/a	n/a	0	131
2011	106	0	0	7	0	0	4	0	117
2012	114	1	0	8	0	0	5	0	128
2013	104	1	0	9	0	0	5	0	119
2014	111	1	0	7	3	0	7	0	129
2015	127	1	0	7	2	0	4	0	141
2016	113	0	0	2	3	0	5	0	123
2017	125	0	0	3	1	0	6	0	135
2018	138	0	0	3	1	0	3	0	145
2019	138	0	0	5	3	0	2	0	148
2020	133	0	0	6	4	0	3	0	146
2021	125	0	0	4	4	0	2	0	135
2022	132	0	0	3	5	0	3	0	143
2023	138	0	0	1	6	0	3	0	148

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Kila School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1990	90	6.0	15.0	23.3
1991	92	5.6	16.4	37
1992	114	5.0	22.8	29.8
1993	135	7.5	18.0	43
1994	138	13.8	10.0	52.9
1995	108	7.8	13.8	47.2
1996	108	7.8	13.8	47.2
1997	118	7.5	15.7	39.8
1998	106	8.7	12.2	30.2
1999	94	8.3	11.3	51.1
2000	89	8.5	10.5	46.1
2001	97	8.9	10.9	36.1
2002	92	8.8	10.5	48.9
2003	92	8.8	10.5	48.9
2004	90	9.1	9.9	52.2
2005	111	8.8	12.6	44.1
2006	109	8.8	12.4	54.1
2007	103	9.1	11.3	51.5
2008	125	8.6	14.5	56.8
2009	125	9.0	13.9	49.6
2010	131	10.0	13.0	58.8
2011	117	9.8	11.8	63.2
2012	128	9.9	12.8	63.3
2013	119	9.9	11.9	58
2014	129	8.6	15.0	57.4
2015	141	8.0	17.6	54.6
2016	123	8.0	15.3	47.2
2017	135	8.3	16.1	54.1
2018	145	8.3	17.3	47.6
2019	148	8.0	18.3	46.6
2020	146	8.9	16.3	46.6
2021	135	9.2	14.5	n/a
2022	143	9.1	15.7	n/a
2023	148	9.7	15.1	n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Kila School

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Year	# Students	Full-time Teachers	Student/Teacher ratio	% Free/Discounted Lunch
1990	90	6.0	15.0	23.3
1991	92	5.6	16.4	37
1992	114	5.0	22.8	29.8
1993	135	7.5	18.0	43
1994	138	13.8	10.0	52.9
1995	108	7.8	13.8	47.2
1996	108	7.8	13.8	47.2
1997	118	7.5	15.7	39.8
1998	106	8.7	12.2	30.2
1999	94	8.3	11.3	51.1
2000	89	8.5	10.5	46.1
2001	97	8.9	10.9	36.1
2002	92	8.8	10.5	48.9
2003	92	8.8	10.5	48.9
2004	90	9.1	9.9	52.2
2005	111	8.8	12.6	44.1
2006	109	8.8	12.4	54.1
2007	103	9.1	11.3	51.5
2008	125	8.6	14.5	56.8
2009	125	9.0	13.9	49.6
2010	131	10.0	13.0	58.8
2011	117	9.8	11.8	63.2
2012	128	9.9	12.8	63.3
2013	119	9.9	11.9	58
2014	129	8.6	15.0	57.4
2015	141	8.0	17.6	54.6
2016	123	8.0	15.3	47.2
2017	135	8.3	16.1	54.1
2018	145	8.3	17.3	47.6
2019	148	8.0	18.3	46.6
2020	146	8.9	16.3	46.6
2021	135	9.2	14.5	n/a
2022	143	9.1	15.7	n/a
2023	148	9.7	15.1	n/a

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.

Finances

Per Pupil Expenditures for Kila School

Year	Total Expenditures Per Pupil
2019	$7,695
2021	$10,390
2022	$10,120
2023	$9,813

Data source: Montana Department of Education

Pre and Post Pandemic Data

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Student Body

	Number of students Pre-pandemic (2018-2019)	Number of students Post pandemic (2022-2023)	Change (%)
Total Students	148	148
African American	0	0
American Indian	3	6	100%
Asian	0	0
Hispanic	5	1	80%
Pacific Islander	0	0
White	138	138
Two or More Races	2	3	50%

Schools Near Kila School

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2023)				Ranking (2022)				Montana State Tests Mathematics (2023)	Montana State Tests Reading (2023)	Montana State Tests Science (2023)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2023)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2023)	Statewide Rank (2023)	State Percentile (2023)	SchoolDigger Rating (2023)	Average Standard Score (2022)	Statewide Rank (2022)	State Percentile (2022)	Rank Change from Previous Year	Montana State Tests Mathematics All Grades	Montana State Tests Reading All Grades	Montana State Tests Science All Grades	Total
Kila School	Public	PK, KG-6	395 Kila Road	Kila	59920	Flathead County	Kila Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 257-2428	148	10	15.1		138 (93.2%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.7%)	0 (0.0%)	6 (4.1%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (2.0%)	51.2	186^th of 332 public elementary schools	44.0%		52.8	185^th of 329 public elementary schools	43.8%	1	28.4	43.2	45.0	$9,813
Smith Valley Primary School	Public	PK, KG-6	2901 Hwy 2 West	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	Smith Valley Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 756-4535	168	12	14.0		148 (88.1%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.2%)	0 (0.0%)	16 (9.5%)	29.2	257^th of 332 public elementary schools	22.6%		44.3	220^th of 329 public elementary schools	33.1%	37	24.7	31.8	29.6	$10,717
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School	Public	PK, KG-5	2155 Airport Road	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	Kalispell Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 751-3400	435	26	16.7		386 (88.7%)	1 (0.2%)	19 (4.4%)	2 (0.5%)	6 (1.4%)	1 (0.2%)	20 (4.6%)	67	115^th of 332 public elementary schools	65.4%		68.9	120^th of 329 public elementary schools	63.5%	5	52.7	56.6	32.2	$11,308
Lillian Peterson School	Public	PK, KG-5	1119 2nd Street W	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	Kalispell Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(406) 751-3737	337	20	16.8		282 (83.7%)	0 (0.0%)	19 (5.6%)	3 (0.9%)	5 (1.5%)	0 (0.0%)	28 (8.3%)	77.5	77^th of 332 public elementary schools	76.8%		88.2	39^th of 329 public elementary schools	88.1%	38	53.3	50.0	53.1	$10,506
Elrod School	Public	PK, KG-5	412 3rd Avenue W	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	Kalispell Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 751-3700	231	16	14.4		197 (85.3%)	1 (0.4%)	15 (6.5%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (0.9%)	1 (0.4%)	15 (6.5%)	51.5	183^rd of 332 public elementary schools	44.9%		38.3	242^nd of 329 public elementary schools	26.4%	59	36.5	43.9	36.7	$13,056
West Valley School	Public	PK, KG-4	2290 Farm To Market Road	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	West Valley Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 755-7239	424	29	14.7		389 (91.7%)	0 (0.0%)	13 (3.1%)	3 (0.7%)	4 (0.9%)	0 (0.0%)	15 (3.5%)	80.5	63^rd of 332 public elementary schools	81.0%		85.9	58^th of 329 public elementary schools	82.4%	5	57.1	54.2		$12,499
Cornelius Hedges School	Public	PK, KG-5	827 4th Avenue E	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	Kalispell Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(406) 751-4090	319	22	14.8		271 (85.0%)	2 (0.6%)	17 (5.3%)	3 (0.9%)	4 (1.3%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (6.9%)	72.8	92^nd of 332 public elementary schools	72.3%		61.7	146^th of 329 public elementary schools	55.6%	54	47.8	63.0	38.5	$13,278
Russell School	Public	PK, KG-5	227 West Nevada	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	Kalispell Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 751-3900	233	15	15.5		198 (85.0%)	1 (0.4%)	12 (5.2%)	1 (0.4%)	4 (1.7%)	1 (0.4%)	16 (6.9%)	76.8	80^th of 332 public elementary schools	75.9%		80.9	75^th of 329 public elementary schools	77.2%	5	47.5	51.0	56.8	$12,659
Marion School	Public	PK, KG-6	205 Gopher Lane	Marion	59925	Flathead County	Marion Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 854-2333	128	8	16.1		122 (95.3%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (0.8%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (2.3%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (1.6%)	15.3	291^st of 332 public elementary schools	12.3%		24.4	274^th of 329 public elementary schools	16.7%	17	18.7	18.7	22.2	$11,065
Edgerton School	Public	PK, KG-5	1400 Whitefish Stage	Kalispell	59901	Flathead County	Kalispell Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	No	(406) 751-4040	495	28	17.6		435 (87.9%)	6 (1.2%)	18 (3.6%)	7 (1.4%)	7 (1.4%)	0 (0.0%)	22 (4.4%)	81.7	57^th of 332 public elementary schools	82.8%		88.8	36^th of 329 public elementary schools	89.1%	21	56.1	54.0	53.9	$10,761

Frequently Asked Questions about Kila School

What schools do graduates of Kila School attend?

Students who attend Kila School usually go on to attend:

Middle : Kila 7-8

What is the racial makeup of Kila School?

Students at Kila School are 93% White, 4% American Indian, 2% Two or more races.

How many students attend Kila School?

In the 2022-23 school year, 148 students attended Kila School.

Is Kila School a good school?

Kila School ranks 186^th of 332 Montana elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 2 stars out of 5.

What district is Kila School in?

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