Kennedy School

www.bsd1.org/schools/kennedy-elementary

246 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Kennedy School, located at 1000 N Emmett in Butte, Montana, is a prominent educational facility within the Butte-Silver Bow public school district. As a staple of the local community, the school serves as a foundational environment for elementary-aged students, focusing on core academic development, social-emotional learning, and the cultivation of fundamental skills necessary for long-term educational success. The school is known for its role in maintaining Butte’s strong tradition of community-focused education, providing a structured and supportive atmosphere for children during their formative years.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Kennedy School is recognized for its connection to the historic and tight-knit character of Butte. The faculty and staff prioritize creating an inclusive environment that fosters collaboration among students, families, and the wider neighborhood. By emphasizing both individualized attention and collective school spirit, Kennedy School aims to equip its students with the confidence and academic preparedness required to transition successfully into the higher grade levels within the district.

246

Total Students

18.2

Full-Time Teachers

13.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

89.0%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Kennedy School
Demographic	Student Count
White	177
Hispanic	25
Black	2
Asian	2
Two or More	22
American Indian	18

White
177 (72.0 %)
Hispanic
25 (10.2 %)
Two or More
22 (8.9 %)
American Indian
18 (7.3 %)
Black
2 (0.8 %)
Asian
2 (0.8 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Butte Elem
Phone:	(406)533-2450
Website:	http://www.bsd1.org/schools/kennedy-elementary
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	246
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	18.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	214
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	5

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 33

Grade 1 32

Grade 2 33

Grade 3 48

Grade 4 29

Grade 5 37

Grade 6 34