WHITTIER SCHOOL
Whittier 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 239 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 18 teachers, Whittier School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.
Whittier School, located at 305 8th Street North in Great Falls, Montana, serves as a foundational elementary institution within the Great Falls Public Schools district. Situated in a historic residential area, the school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a supportive environment tailored to the developmental needs of its students. The school focuses on building a strong academic base while fostering social-emotional growth, aiming to prepare young learners for the challenges of middle school and beyond.
Beyond its core curriculum, Whittier School is known for maintaining a community-centric atmosphere that encourages family involvement and student engagement. The staff and administration work to promote a culture of inclusivity and academic achievement, utilizing the resources provided by the Great Falls district to offer a well-rounded educational experience. As a vital part of the city’s educational landscape, Whittier remains dedicated to providing a safe, structured, and stimulating environment for the youth of Great Falls.
For more information, contact Whittier School at (406) 268-7230 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Great Falls, MT 59401
(406) 268-7230
WHITTIER SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Great Falls, MT with about 239 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Montana
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- Not applicable
- District:
- Great Falls Elem
- Total Students:
- 239
- Teachers:
- 18.83
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 239 students
- White
- 43.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 31.8%
- Two or more races
- 12.6%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.5%
- Black or African American
- 1.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.7%
- Asian
- 0.8%
- Female
- 45.2%
- Male
- 54.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.