CAYUSE PRAIRIE 7-8

Cayuse Prairie 7-8 is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Cayuse Prairie Elem school district, located in Kalispell, MT with about 53 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 8th 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 3 teachers, Cayuse Prairie 7-8 has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

Cayuse Prairie School, located at 897 Lake Blaine Road in Kalispell, Montana, is a small, rural K-8 public school serving the local community in the Flathead Valley. Situated in a scenic area near Lake Blaine, the school is known for its close-knit atmosphere and its commitment to fostering a personalized learning environment. By focusing on smaller class sizes, the school emphasizes a supportive educational experience where teachers can build strong relationships with students and provide individualized attention to help them meet their academic goals.

The school takes pride in its community-oriented culture, often serving as a central hub for families living in the surrounding rural area. Beyond standard academic instruction, Cayuse Prairie focuses on character development and student engagement, aiming to prepare its pupils for the transition to high school in the broader Kalispell district. With its unique rural setting and focus on foundational learning, the school provides a distinct educational alternative to the larger, more urbanized schools in the region.

For more information, contact Cayuse Prairie 7-8 at (406) 756-4560 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.