Needs Improvement
#571 of 603 schools in MT
Great Falls High School
High School · Great Falls H S
PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403
Enrollment
1,612
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,612
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
3.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#571 of 603
In Great Falls
#17 of 19
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
Great Falls H S
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About Great Falls High School
Great Falls High School is a public high school in Great Falls, MT, part of Great Falls H S. Great Falls High School serves approximately 1,612 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Falls High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #571 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Great Falls High School show 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.5
- MT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Great Falls High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
58% of students at Great Falls High School 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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Great Falls High School — Students at Great Falls High School score 26% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.4/10.
How Great Falls High School Compares
See how Great Falls High School 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 Great Falls High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, C M Russell High School (rated 5.1/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Falls, see our Great Falls schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Lincoln School Great Falls | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| Longfellow School Great Falls | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Sunnyside School Great Falls | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Whittier School Great Falls | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Giant Springs Elementary Great Falls | 1.1 mi | 7.6 |
| GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls | 1.4 mi | 6.6 |
| Mountain View School Great Falls | 1.7 mi | 3.9 |
| Lewis & Clark School Great Falls | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| North Middle School Great Falls | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls | 1.6 mi | — |
| MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls | 1.6 mi | — |
| East Middle School Great Falls | 1.7 mi | 6.2 |
| Sacajawea School Great Falls | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Morningside School Great Falls | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| TREASURE STATE ACADEMY Great Falls | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Riverview School Great Falls | 2.4 mi | 6.6 |
| C M Russell High School Great Falls | 2.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Chief Joseph School Great Falls | 2.5 mi | 8.0 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Billings Sr High School Billings, MT | 4.1 |
| Skyview High School Billings, MT | 4.1 |
| Butte High School Butte, MT | 4.6 |
| C M Russell High School Great Falls, MT | 5.1 |
| Billings West High School Billings, MT | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Falls High School
What grades does Great Falls High School serve?
Great Falls High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Great Falls High School?
Great Falls High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,612 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Falls High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Falls High School is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Falls High School rank in MT?
Great Falls High School ranks #571 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Great Falls High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Falls High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Great Falls High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Falls High School has 38% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Great Falls High School a charter school?
No, Great Falls High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Falls High School a Title I school?
No, Great Falls High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Falls High School?
53.3% of students at Great Falls High School 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,612
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 112
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cascade County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.3%
- Phone
- (406) 268-6250
- 4-Year Graduation
- 78.0%
Resources & Links
District
Great Falls H S- District Enrollment
- 3,064
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,583
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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