Welcome to Emerson Elementary!

Emerson Elementary was originally built in 1901 with the current building being built in 1969. Emerson is one of 6 elementary schools in Butte.

As with each school that comprises the Butte School District, the students at Emerson enjoy great teachers who hold all students to the highest standards of learning. All students are challenged to meet or exceed the current standards of learning with the deeply embedded belief that all students can become life-long learners when given the building blocks for laying a solid foundation. The students, faculty, and parents are sources of encouragement and guidance for the accomplishments of their students scholastically, as well as in extracurricular activities.

At one time Emerson housed 180 students in a 4 room school house. The rooms were heated with a wood stove and there was one outhouse in the back for all to share. Thankfully times have changed. The current building was built in 1969, and has over 18 classrooms. The students, faculty and parents are very proud of the accomplishments of their students scholastically, as well as extracurricular activities.

Quick Facts

Principal: Brenda Miner
Grade Level: k-6
Enrollment Count: 407
School Hours:
PK:      8:30 - 1:45
K - 2:   8:20 - 2:00
3-6:     8:20 - 3:00

Attraction/Focus: Faculty, students and parents are committed to the growth and success of each student. 

Average Class Size: 15:1

Teaching Staff: Approximately 71% of faculty members have advanced degrees.

Support Services:

• Speech/Language Therapist
• Psychologist
• Physical Therapist
• Occupational Therapist

Computer/Technology: 100% of all classrooms are networked and have access to high speed internet. 100% of teachers have email and voice messaging accounts. Smartboard in each classroom.

Networked Computer Ratio:
Student Ratio: 8:1