HECK/QUAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Heck/Quaw Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Belgrade Elem school district, located in Belgrade, MT with about 443 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 29 teachers, Heck/Quaw Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Heck/Quaw Elementary School, located in Belgrade, Montana, is a key component of the Belgrade School District 44. Serving a primary elementary student population, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment. It emphasizes foundational learning in core subjects while integrating character development and social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare students for successful transitions into middle school.

As a member of the growing Belgrade community, Heck/Quaw benefits from a strong connection to local families and district resources. The school focuses on creating an inclusive atmosphere where educators utilize modern teaching strategies to meet the diverse needs of their students. By maintaining close communication with parents and leveraging the district’s broader educational vision, the school strives to cultivate a safe, collaborative, and engaging learning space for young learners.

For more information, contact Heck/Quaw Elementary at (406) 924-2120 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.