MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El

School Overview
The Montana School for the Deaf and the Blind (MSDB), located in Great Falls, is a specialized educational institution dedicated to serving students across the state who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, or visually impaired. As a state-funded facility, MSDB serves a vital role by providing comprehensive educational programs that cater to the unique sensory and developmental needs of its students. The school offers a diverse range of services, including on-campus instruction, specialized residential options, and outreach programs that support students who are integrated into their local public school districts throughout Montana.

The school is committed to fostering academic achievement, independence, and personal growth through a curriculum that incorporates specialized instruction, assistive technology, and adapted learning environments. By emphasizing both classroom excellence and the development of essential life skills, MSDB provides a supportive community where students can excel despite sensory challenges. Their mission is to ensure that all students receive the resources and specialized attention necessary to transition successfully into adulthood and participate meaningfully in their communities.
25
Total Students
9.9
Full-Time Teachers
2.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
80.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El
Demographic Student Count
White21
Hispanic1
Black1
Two or More1
American Indian1
  • White
    21 (84.0 %)
  • Hispanic
    1 (4.0 %)
  • Black
    1 (4.0 %)
  • Two or More
    1 (4.0 %)
  • American Indian
    1 (4.0 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Special Education School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: Mont Sch for Deaf Blind
Phone: (406)771-6017
Website: http://msdb.mt.gov
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 25
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 9.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 2.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 20
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 0
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 6
Kindergarten 4
Grade 1 1
Grade 2 3
Grade 3 2
Grade 5 4
Grade 7 3
Grade 8 2

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten6
Kindergarten4
Grade 11
Grade 23
Grade 32
Grade 54
Grade 73
Grade 82
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1248%
Male1352%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)