Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, West Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 16% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Elementary School's student population of 421 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Elementary 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
#618 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
8%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
70%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
14%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)60.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Elementary School's ranking?
West Elementary School is ranked #618 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are West Elementary School often compared to?
West Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley View School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend West Elementary School?
421 students attend West Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of West Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are American Indian, and 8% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Elementary School?
West Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Elementary School offer ?
West Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is West Elementary School part of?
West Elementary School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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