Serving 187 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Whittier 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 187 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whittier School serves the southern part of Great Falls, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 1 square mile. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with most homes located within 0.9 miles of its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Whittier School's student population of 187 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
187 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whittier 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 Whittier School is 0.73, 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
#671 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
22%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
12%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
41%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
22%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whittier School's ranking?
Whittier School is ranked #671 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Whittier School?
187 students attend Whittier School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Whittier School students are White, 22% of students are American Indian, 22% of students are Two or more races, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whittier School?
Whittier School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whittier School offer ?
Whittier School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Whittier School part of?
Whittier School is part of Great Falls Elementary School District.
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