Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Jim Darcy School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 31% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jim Darcy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jim Darcy School's student population of 486 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Motto
Education lays the foundation for a child鈥檚 success.
School Rankings
Jim Darcy School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jim Darcy School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#482 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
92%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jim Darcy School's ranking?
Jim Darcy School is ranked #482 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Jim Darcy School often compared to?
Jim Darcy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rossiter School, Four Georgians School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Jim Darcy School?
486 students attend Jim Darcy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jim Darcy School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jim Darcy School?
Jim Darcy School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jim Darcy School offer ?
Jim Darcy School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Jim Darcy School part of?
Jim Darcy School is part of Helena Elementary School District.
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