BISSELL SCHOOL

Bissell School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Olney-Bissell Elem school district, located in Whitefish, MT with about 64 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 5 teachers, Bissell School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Bissell School is a small, rural public K-8 institution located in Whitefish, Montana, and is part of the Whitefish School District. Situated in a picturesque, remote setting along Farm to Market Road, the school serves as a quintessential example of a community-focused "frontier" or neighborhood school. Because of its size, Bissell School is able to provide a highly personalized educational environment where students benefit from smaller class sizes and close, multi-year relationships with their teachers and peers.

The school is well-regarded for providing a supportive, close-knit atmosphere that emphasizes foundational academic skills while integrating the unique culture of the Flathead Valley. By maintaining a smaller student population, the faculty can offer individualized attention that helps foster student growth and engagement. For families in the Whitefish area, Bissell School offers a distinct alternative to larger urban or suburban campuses, prioritizing a nurturing environment that encourages both academic success and a strong sense of community belonging.

For more information, contact Bissell School at (406) 862-2828 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.