District Overview
Located at 709 Missouri Avenue in Deer Lodge, Montana, Deer Lodge Elementary School District serves as an active, foundational hub for its surrounding rural community. Operating as an open, traditional public school system across two district schools, it is dedicated to guiding students through their early academic journeys, offering comprehensive programs spanning from pre-kindergarten through the eighth grade. Set against a remote geographic landscape, the district provides early childhood education, primary elementary instruction, and middle school preparation, fostering a close-knit and nurturing learning environment tailored to young learners during their most formative years.

During the 2024–2025 academic year, the district serves a diverse student body of 425 pupils, supported by a robust administrative and instructional framework totaling nearly 126 full-time equivalent staff members. A teaching corps of 62 full-time equivalent educators—complemented by instructional aides and dedicated support personnel—allows the district to maintain an remarkably low student-to-teacher ratio of under seven to one, ensuring individual attention and tailored academic support for every child. For families, students, and educational researchers seeking further details on district offerings, additional resources are available on the district's website at www.deerlodgeschools.org or by contacting the main office at (406) 846-1553.
2
Total Schools
425
Total Students
62.0
Full-Time Teachers
6.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Deer Lodge Elem
Demographic Student Count
White362
Hispanic16
Black4
Asian1
Two or More41
American Indian1
  • White
    362 (85.2%)
  • Two or More
    41 (9.6%)
  • Hispanic
    16 (3.8%)
  • Black
    4 (0.9%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in Deer Lodge Elem
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary1
Middle1
High0
Other0
School Map
District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not applicable
Number of schools:2
Students:425*
Teachers (FTE):62.0*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.8
Schools in Deer Lodge Elem
Found 2 Schools
Charter School 88 Students
Charter School 337 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 6th