Elementary Schools in Cardwell Elementary


Summary:

Cardwell Elementary School is the sole elementary school serving the Cardwell, Montana community. As a standout institution, Cardwell School consistently ranks among the top 10% of elementary schools in the state, with exceptional academic performance and a strong commitment to supporting its diverse student population.

Cardwell School's academic excellence is evident in its consistently high rankings, with the school placed 37th out of 401 Montana elementary schools for the 2024-2025 school year. The school's proficiency rates in English Language Arts (65%), Mathematics (55%), and Science (100%) significantly outpace the state averages, indicating the school's ability to effectively educate its students. Additionally, Cardwell School has maintained a 4-5 star rating from SchoolDigger over the past three school years, further demonstrating its outstanding overall performance.

Despite having a relatively high proportion of students (57.14%) qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Cardwell Elementary school district, which Cardwell School is a part of, is ranked 33rd out of 387 districts in Montana and has a 5-star rating. This suggests that the school is effectively supporting and meeting the needs of its diverse student population, including those from economically disadvantaged backgrounds. The school's small class sizes, with a 7:1 student-teacher ratio, likely contribute to its academic success by allowing for more personalized attention and support for each student.

District Detail

 80 Highway 359
Cardwell, MT 59721

 (406) 287-3321

SchoolDigger Rank:
33rd of 387 Montana districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-8
Students: 35

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 0
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0
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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Montana Office of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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