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Smith School

2320 5Th Avenue, Helena, MT 59601, United States

+1 (406) 324-1530

http://smith.helenaschools.org

6.0

Overall Rating

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Smith School Overview

About This School

Smith School is a public elementary in Helena, Montana, serving 217 students in grades PK-5. Academic results show that students demonstrate proficiency with 62% in ELA and 57% in math. The school maintains a 13:1 student-teacher ratio with 16 teachers on staff, while the average teacher salary is $70,697. A single counselor supports the entire student body. Students at the school are 47% male and 53% female. The demographic makeup is 71% White, 22% Hispanic, 3% Black, 2% Two or More Races, and 1% Asian.

217

Total Students

PK-5

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

16 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts62%

Mathematics57%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

PK-5

County

Lewis And Clark County

Students per Counselor

217:1

Smith School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

62%

English Language Arts

City Avg: 50%State Avg: 44%

57%

Mathematics

City Avg: 39%State Avg: 37%

N/A

Science

Class Information

13:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 15.5:1

State Avg: 11:1

217

Students per Counselor

Smith School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$70,697

City Avg: $74,651

State Avg: $47,501

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio13:1

Students per Counselor217:1

Smith School Student Demographics

Student Body

47%

Male

53%

Female

Total Enrollment: 217 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White70.51%

Hispanic21.66%

Asian0.92%

Black2.76%

Two or More Races1.84%

Native American2.3%

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Frequently Asked Questions About Smith School

Q: What is Smith School?

A: Smith School is a elementary public located in Helena.

Q: How many students attend Smith School?

A: Smith School has approximately 217 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at Smith School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at Smith School is 13:1.

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Detailed Information about Smith School

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. Last verified: May 2026. See methodology →

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About Smith School - Helena, MT

Quick Facts about Smith School
School Name	Smith School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	PK-5
Location	2320 5Th Avenue, Helena, MT 59601, Helena, MT
County	Lewis And Clark County
Phone	+1 (406) 324-1530
Total Students	217
Student-Teacher Ratio	13:1
Full-Time Teachers	16
Rating	6/10
ELA Proficiency	62%
Math Proficiency	57%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about Smith School

What is Smith School?

Smith School is a elementary public located in Helena.

How many students attend Smith School?

Smith School has approximately 217 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Smith School?

The student-teacher ratio at Smith School is 13:1.

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