Serving 262 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chief Joseph School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chief Joseph School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Chief Joseph School's student population of 262 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
262 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 6, 2026
School Mascot
Eagles
School Rankings
Chief Joseph School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chief Joseph School is 0.48, which is more 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
#310 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
70%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chief Joseph School's ranking?
Chief Joseph School is ranked #310 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Chief Joseph School often compared to?
Chief Joseph Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Loy School, Lewis & Clark School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Chief Joseph School?
262 students attend Chief Joseph School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Chief Joseph School students are White, 15% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chief Joseph School?
Chief Joseph School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chief Joseph School offer ?
Chief Joseph School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Chief Joseph School part of?
Chief Joseph School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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