Serving 405 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Sacajawea 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 47% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Sacajawea School serves the northern part of Great Falls, MT, covering an area of approximately 43.4 square miles. Families in this zone typically have a 15-20 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 12.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sacajawea School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sacajawea School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning is an Adventure
School Rankings
Sacajawea 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 Sacajawea School is 0.40, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#214 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
76%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
14%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gray
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sacajawea School's ranking?
Sacajawea School is ranked #214 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Sacajawea School often compared to?
Sacajawea Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadow Lark School, Riverview School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Sacajawea School?
405 students attend Sacajawea School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Sacajawea School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sacajawea School?
Sacajawea School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sacajawea School offer ?
Sacajawea School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sacajawea School part of?
Sacajawea School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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