Serving 672 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, L A Muldown School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% 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-4
- Enrollment: 672 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
L A Muldown School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
L A Muldown School's student population of 672 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
672 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Be Safe, Be Kind, and Work Hard'
School Mascot
Bulldog
School Rankings
L A Muldown School ranks within the top 10% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of L A Muldown School is 0.19, 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
#54 out of 696 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
90%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L A Muldown School's ranking?
L A Muldown School is ranked #54 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are L A Muldown School often compared to?
L A Muldown Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Deer Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend L A Muldown School?
672 students attend L A Muldown School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of L A Muldown School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of L A Muldown School?
L A Muldown School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does L A Muldown School offer ?
L A Muldown School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is L A Muldown School part of?
L A Muldown School is part of Whitefish Elementary School District.
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