Vida Elem

Vida Elem is an active, independent public school district located at 1004 C Avenue in Circle, Montana. Nestled in a remote rural community in the eastern part of the state, the district operates a single school providing educational programming for children from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. According to recent federal education data for the 2024–2025 school year, the district serves a compact student body of 43 enrolled children, consisting of 26 female students and 17 male students. The student body reflects the local area's demographic makeup, including 27 White students, 11 students of two or more races, and 5 American Indian students, with active enrollment currently concentrated across the pre-kindergarten through sixth-grade levels.

To support its small student population, Vida Elem maintains a strong staffing structure tailored to a rural educational environment. The district relies on a dedicated team totaling 15.36 full-time equivalent (FTE) staff members, which includes 6.0 FTE teachers, 2.5 FTE instructional aides, and 6.86 FTE administrative and support personnel. This generous staffing allocation allows for an advantageous student-to-teacher ratio of roughly seven to one, ensuring tailored instruction and individualized attention for young learners. For parents, local families, and educational researchers examining rural school models, Vida Elem exemplifies a tight-knit community public school system focused on primary and middle-level education.