Serving 527 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Meadow Lark School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 527 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Meadow Lark School serves the southern part of Great Falls, MT, covering an area of approximately 21.5 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 8.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadow Lark School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Meadow Lark School's student population of 527 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
527 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2024
School Calendar
School Rankings
Meadow Lark School ranks within the top 5% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadow Lark School is 0.27, which is less 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
#17 out of 696 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Cougars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadow Lark School's ranking?
Meadow Lark School is ranked #17 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Meadow Lark School often compared to?
Meadow Lark Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sacajawea School, Loy School, Chief Joseph School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Meadow Lark School?
527 students attend Meadow Lark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Meadow Lark School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadow Lark School?
Meadow Lark School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Meadow Lark School offer ?
Meadow Lark School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadow Lark School part of?
Meadow Lark School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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