C M RUSSELL HIGH SCHOOL

C M Russell High School is a public high school that is part of the Great Falls H S school district, located in Great Falls, MT with about 1,411 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 85 teachers, C M Russell High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

C.M. Russell High School, located in Great Falls, Montana, is a prominent secondary institution serving the local community. Named after the famed Western artist Charles M. Russell, the school carries a rich local legacy and serves as a central hub for academic and extracurricular activities for students in the region. As one of the primary high schools in the Great Falls Public Schools district, it is dedicated to providing a comprehensive education that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether through college preparatory coursework, vocational training, or various elective programs.

The school is well-regarded for its robust campus culture, which emphasizes a strong sense of school spirit and community involvement. C.M. Russell offers a wide range of athletic programs, arts initiatives, and student organizations that allow students to explore their interests beyond the classroom. By fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic standards with diverse developmental opportunities, the school strives to cultivate well-rounded citizens who are ready to contribute effectively to their community and the broader world.

For more information, contact C M Russell High School at (406) 268-6100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

228 17th Avenue NW
Great Falls, MT 59404
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C M RUSSELL HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Great Falls, MT with about 1,411 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Montana

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
Not applicable
District:
Great Falls H S
Total Students:
1,411
Teachers:
85.84
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,411 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending C M RUSSELL HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 81% of the student body.

White
81.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
8.2%
Hispanic/Latino
4.3%
Black or African American
2.4%
Two or more races
2.3%
Asian
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%

Female
47.4%
Male
52.6%

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.