C M Russell High School vs Glacier High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in Montana, United States, 239 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
C M Russell High School
Great Falls · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,412 students
Glacier High School
Kalispell · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,402 students
| Measure | C M Russell High School Great Falls, Montana | Glacier High School Kalispell, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 39 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 108 | #66 of 108 |
| National rank | #8902 of 16,910 | #11213 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,412 | 1,402 |
| Enrollment | 1,412 | 1,402 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.9% | 100% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 16.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 60% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 38% |
| city | Great Falls | Kalispell |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •C M Russell High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 38.9).
- •Glacier High School does better on reading proficiency (60% vs 46%).
- •C M Russell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.9% vs 100%).
- •Glacier High School does better on students per teacher (16.3 vs 16.4).
- •C M Russell High School is the larger school with 1,412 students compared with 1,402.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is C M Russell High School better than Glacier High School?
On the Success Index (US), C M Russell High School ranks higher (48.0 vs 38.9 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are C M Russell High School and Glacier High School?
About 239 km in a straight line, between Great Falls and Kalispell in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C M Russell High School: 1,412. Glacier High School: 1,402. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C M Russell High School and Glacier High School rank in Montana?
C M Russell High School is 43rd of 108 and Glacier High School is 66th of 108 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).