What grades does West Elementary serve?

West Elementary operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Great Falls area.

Where is West Elementary located?

West Elementary is a urban school in Great Falls, MT.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at West Elementary is 14.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Great Falls, MT?

Schools in Great Falls include West Elementary and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Great Falls area.

MTPrimaryATSIProfile data from NCES 2023-24

West Elementary — School Profile & District Info

Primary|Great Falls, Montana|Great Falls Elem

Great Falls, MT 59403

School Profile

Grades

PK–6

Enrollment

463

Student:Teacher

14.9:1

Locale

Urban

District

Great Falls Elem

Econ. Disadvantaged

86.4%

Phone

(406)268-7180

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

27%

5th percentile in MT

Math Proficiency

19%

8th percentile in MT

Chronic Absenteeism

25.7%

SY 2019-20

Programs & Activities (SY 2021-22)

Gifted & Talented

8 students enrolled

Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1

Worse than average in MT

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

485

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Psychologists

Nurses

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$12,146

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$7,270

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$14,611

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 25%State 38%Local 38%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$330,588

+4.4% 1yr+56.4% 5yr

Great Falls, MT metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

23.1%

Below 150% poverty line

3.2%

Unemployment rate

6.8%

Uninsured residents

6.6%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

949

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

900

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

192 (21%)

Speech/Language Impairment

191 (21%)

Other Health Impairment

134 (15%)

Autism

83 (9%)

Emotional Disturbance

31 (3%)

Intellectual Disability

17 (2%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

421

Current enrollment

Stable(-1% 5yr)

Frequently Asked Questions about West Elementary

West Elementary has a total enrollment of 463 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Great Falls, MT.

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