Very Good
#147 of 603 schools in MT
Top 24% in state
Giant Springs Elementary
Elementary School · Great Falls Elem
PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
439
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#147 of 603
In Great Falls
#4 of 19
public schools
In district
#4 of 17
Great Falls Elem
Academic growth
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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Giant Springs Elementary
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About Giant Springs Elementary
Giant Springs Elementary is a public elementary school in Great Falls, MT, part of Great Falls Elem. Giant Springs Elementary serves approximately 439 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Giant Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #147 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Giant Springs Elementary show 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
42% of students at Giant Springs Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Giant Springs Elementary — Students at Giant Springs Elementary score 36% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 10.0/10.
How Giant Springs Elementary Compares
See how Giant Springs Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Giant Springs Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chief Joseph School (rated 8.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Loy School (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Great Falls, see our Great Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis & Clark School Great Falls | 0.7 mi | 4.5 |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls | 0.7 mi | — |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls | 0.7 mi | — |
| FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lincoln School Great Falls | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| East Middle School Great Falls | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Morningside School Great Falls | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Great Falls High School Great Falls | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| TREASURE STATE ACADEMY Great Falls | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Mountain View School Great Falls | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls | 1.6 mi | 7.9 |
| Sunnyside School Great Falls | 2.0 mi | 5.6 |
| Chief Joseph School Great Falls | 1.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Longfellow School Great Falls | 1.9 mi | 4.0 |
| Loy School Great Falls | 1.8 mi | 8.0 |
| Whittier School Great Falls | 1.9 mi | 2.5 |
| North Middle School Great Falls | 2.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Sacajawea School Great Falls | 2.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Riverview School Great Falls | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Linderman School Polson, MT | 7.6 |
| Russell School Missoula, MT | 7.6 |
| West Valley School Kalispell, MT | 7.6 |
| Arrowhead School Billings, MT | 7.5 |
| Eagle Cliffs Elementary Billings, MT | 7.5 |
| East Evergreen School Kalispell, MT | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Giant Springs Elementary
What grades does Giant Springs Elementary serve?
Giant Springs Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Giant Springs Elementary?
Giant Springs Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 439 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Giant Springs Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Giant Springs Elementary is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Giant Springs Elementary rank in MT?
Giant Springs Elementary ranks #147 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Giant Springs Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Giant Springs Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Giant Springs Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Giant Springs Elementary has 28% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Giant Springs Elementary a charter school?
No, Giant Springs Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Giant Springs Elementary a Title I school?
No, Giant Springs Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Giant Springs Elementary?
83.6% of students at Giant Springs Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 439
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cascade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 41.5%
- Phone
- (406) 268-7045
Resources & Links
District
Great Falls Elem- District Enrollment
- 6,899
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $12,146
- District Rank
- #4 of 17
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