WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

West Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Butte Elem school district, located in Butte, MT with about 468 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th 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 34 teachers, West Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

West Elementary School, located at 800 S Emmett in Butte, Montana, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Butte School District No. 1. Situated in a community with a deep-rooted industrial and historical legacy, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for elementary-aged children. It emphasizes core academic development, social-emotional growth, and the cultivation of essential skills necessary for students to transition successfully into the middle school level.

As part of the broader Butte public school system, West Elementary benefits from being integrated into a district that prioritizes local heritage alongside modern educational standards. The school fosters a sense of community pride and neighborhood involvement, often serving as a central hub for families in the area. Through its classroom instruction and extracurricular activities, West Elementary aims to instill a strong academic foundation while encouraging students to become active, responsible, and engaged members of the Butte community.

For more information, contact West Elementary School at (406) 533-2700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.