SACAJAWEA SCHOOL

Sacajawea School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Great Falls Elem school district, located in Great Falls, MT with about 457 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 23 teachers, Sacajawea School has a student/teacher ratio of about 19:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Sacajawea School is a public elementary school located in Great Falls, Montana, serving students within the Great Falls Public Schools district. Situated on the east side of the city, the school provides a foundational educational experience for children in the surrounding neighborhoods, focusing on core academic subjects such as literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies. It operates as a community-centered institution that emphasizes student growth, character development, and the cultivation of essential academic skills during the formative primary years.

The school is named in honor of Sacajawea, the iconic Shoshone guide who accompanied the Lewis and Clark Expedition, reflecting the region's deep historical ties to the explorers’ journey. As part of the Great Falls school system, Sacajawea School generally follows the district’s comprehensive curriculum standards, aiming to prepare its students for their transition into middle school. By fostering a supportive classroom environment and promoting parent-teacher collaboration, the school strives to ensure that students reach their full potential within a structured and inclusive learning atmosphere.

For more information, contact Sacajawea School at (406) 268-7080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.