C M Russell High School vs Sacajawea School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Montana, United States, 2.1 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
Sacajawea School
Great Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
405 students
| Measure | C M Russell High School Great Falls, Montana | Sacajawea School Great Falls, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 62 Top 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 108 | #82 of 267 |
| National rank | #8902 of 16,910 | #16943 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,412 | 405 |
| Enrollment | 1,412 | 405 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.9% | 45.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 18.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 65% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 56% |
| city | Great Falls | Great Falls |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Sacajawea School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (61.8 vs 48.0).
- •Sacajawea School does better on math proficiency (56% vs 38%).
- •Sacajawea School does better on reading proficiency (65% vs 46%).
- •C M Russell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.9% vs 45.2%).
- •C M Russell High School does better on students per teacher (16.4 vs 18.4).
- •C M Russell High School is the larger school with 1,412 students compared with 405.
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 Sacajawea School?
On the Success Index (US), Sacajawea School ranks higher (61.8 vs 48.0 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 Sacajawea School?
About 2.1 km in a straight line, between Great Falls and Great Falls in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
C M Russell High School: 1,412. Sacajawea School: 405. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C M Russell High School and Sacajawea School rank in Montana?
C M Russell High School is 43rd of 108 and Sacajawea School is 82nd of 267 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).