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Sacajawea School

Elementary School · Great Falls Elem

PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403

Enrollment

398

Student-Teacher

19.9:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#317 of 603

In Great Falls

#7 of 19

public schools

In district

#7 of 17

Great Falls Elem

Academic performance

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Sacajawea School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Great Falls · grades Pre-K – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.5/10

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6.6/10

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About Sacajawea School

Sacajawea School is a public elementary school in Great Falls, MT, part of Great Falls Elem. Sacajawea School serves approximately 398 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 19.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Sacajawea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #317 of 603 schools in MT.

Structured state assessment records for Sacajawea School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above district
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • District avg 5.5
  • MT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.42 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency43% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency54% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+8.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile72th
Resources & Environment2.5Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio19.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$12,146
Chronic Absenteeism27.9%

Sacajawea School — Students at Sacajawea School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
86%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
86%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
83%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
61%
2015
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
64%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
65%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
43%
ELA
54%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Sacajawea School Compares

See how Sacajawea School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
48th percentile in MT
Academic
8.2/10
Excellent
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
2.5/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
20:1 student-teacher ratio
20 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

PO Box 2429, Great Falls, MT 59403

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sacajawea School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Meadow Lark School (rated 7.8/10, 3.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Giant Springs Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Great Falls, see our Great Falls schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
North Middle School Great Falls 0.3 mi 7.5
Riverview School Great Falls 1.0 mi 6.6
C M Russell High School Great Falls 1.3 mi 5.1
Whittier School Great Falls 1.6 mi 2.5
Valley View School Great Falls 1.7 mi 5.0
Longfellow School Great Falls 2.4 mi 4.0
OUR LADY OF LOURDES CATHOLIC SCHOOL Great Falls 2.4 mi 7.9
FOOTHILLS COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls 2.1 mi 7.1
Great Falls High School Great Falls 2.4 mi 3.9
West Elementary Great Falls 2.3 mi 2.7
Giant Springs Elementary Great Falls 2.6 mi 7.6
Lincoln School Great Falls 3.0 mi 5.0
Sunnyside School Great Falls 3.4 mi 5.6
Meadow Lark School Great Falls 3.7 mi 7.8
GREAT FALLS CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Great Falls 3.8 mi 6.6
Lewis & Clark School Great Falls 3.3 mi 4.5
MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls 3.3 mi
MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls 3.3 mi
Morningside School Great Falls 3.2 mi 4.9
East Middle School Great Falls 3.5 mi 6.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sacajawea School

What grades does Sacajawea School serve?

Sacajawea School serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.

How many students attend Sacajawea School?

Sacajawea School has an enrollment of approximately 398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sacajawea School?

The student-teacher ratio at Sacajawea School is 19.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sacajawea School rank in MT?

Sacajawea School ranks #317 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Sacajawea School's MySchoolScout rating?

Sacajawea School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Sacajawea School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sacajawea School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Sacajawea School a charter school?

No, Sacajawea School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Sacajawea School a Title I school?

No, Sacajawea School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sacajawea School?

47.5% of students at Sacajawea 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
398
Student-Teacher Ratio
19.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
20
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Cascade County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
27.9%

District

Great Falls Elem
District Enrollment
6,899
Schools in District
17
Per-Pupil Spending
$12,146
District Rank
#7 of 17

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