Washington School

www.hsd3.org/Page/3136

76 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - K

School Overview

Washington School, located at 225 North 5th Street in Hamilton, Montana, is a historical landmark that has served the local community for over a century. Originally constructed in 1909, the building is a prominent example of early 20th-century school architecture, characterized by its classic brick exterior and traditional design. Over the decades, it has played a central role in the educational development of Hamilton’s youth, standing as a testament to the town’s long-standing commitment to academic instruction and community heritage.

Today, the Washington School site is recognized not only for its historical significance but also for its continued integration into the Hamilton School District’s facilities. While the educational landscape in the area has evolved, the school remains a well-known local point of interest. It is often cited for its architectural contribution to the Hamilton downtown area and serves as a reminder of the foundational era of public education in the Bitterroot Valley.

Total Students

6.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

36.8%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washington School
Demographic	Student Count
White	67
Hispanic	5
Black	2
Two or More	1
American Indian	1

White
67 (88.2 %)
Hispanic
5 (6.6 %)
Black
2 (2.6 %)
Two or More
1 (1.3 %)
American Indian
1 (1.3 %)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Hamilton K-12 Schools
Phone:	(406)363-2144
Website:	http://www.hsd3.org/Page/3136
Grade Range:	Pre-K - K
Total Students:	76
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	6.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	27
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	1

* 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

Pre-Kindergarten 9

Kindergarten 67