LAMOTTE SCHOOL

LaMotte School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the LaMotte Elem school district, located in Bozeman, MT with about 46 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 4 teachers, LaMotte School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

LaMotte School, located in the scenic Bear Canyon area of Bozeman, Montana, is a historic K-8 public school known for its small, tight-knit community atmosphere. Established in the late 19th century, the school prides itself on maintaining a traditional, personalized educational environment where students benefit from low student-to-teacher ratios and strong community involvement. It serves as a focal point for families in the rural outskirts of Bozeman, emphasizing a curriculum that fosters academic excellence while nurturing individual growth within a supportive, multi-grade classroom setting.

The school is deeply integrated into its natural surroundings, often utilizing its location to provide students with unique hands-on learning experiences. By combining a classic approach to education with modern instructional standards, LaMotte School offers a distinctive alternative to the larger district schools in the city. Its mission centers on creating a safe, inclusive, and challenging learning environment that prepares students for success in high school and beyond, all while preserving the character and heritage of its long-standing community roots.

For more information, contact LaMotte School at (406) 586-2838 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.