Cascade School

Cascade Elem
321 Central Ave W
Cascade, MT 59421
146 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 5th
School Overview
The Cascade School, located at 321 Central Ave W in Cascade, Montana, serves as the central educational hub for the local community. As a public institution, it provides K-12 instruction within a rural setting, emphasizing a close-knit learning environment where small class sizes allow for more personalized attention between teachers and students. The school plays a vital role in the town’s social fabric, often acting as a focal point for community engagement, extracurricular activities, and local pride.

Academically, the school focuses on providing a foundational education that prepares students for post-secondary opportunities, whether in trade schools, colleges, or the workforce. Because of its location in a smaller district, the school leverages its natural surroundings and community partnerships to provide unique learning experiences. By fostering a supportive and collaborative atmosphere, Cascade School aims to develop well-rounded students who are prepared to contribute effectively to their community and the broader state of Montana.
146
Total Students
9.9
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    125 (85.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    12 (8.2 %)
  • Two or More
    7 (4.8 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (1.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Cascade Elem
Phone: (406)468-2671
Website: http://www.cascade.k12.mt.us
Grade Range: Pre-K - 5th
Total Students: 146
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 40
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 15

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Kindergarten 42
Grade 1 22
Grade 2 13
Grade 3 28
Grade 4 28
Grade 5 13
Gender Ratio
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Fairhaven Colony
Ulm Elem
Charter School 36 Students
9 Miles SW of Ulm
Ulm, MT 59485 (9.8 miles away)
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