C M Russell High School vs West Elementary
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Montana, United States, 1.6 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
West Elementary
Great Falls · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
421 students
| Measure | C M Russell High School Great Falls, Montana | West Elementary Great Falls, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 48 Lower 50% | 32 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #43 of 108 | #217 of 267 |
| National rank | #8902 of 16,910 | #37317 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 1,412 | 421 |
| Enrollment | 1,412 | 421 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.9% | 76.2% |
| Students per teacher | 16.4 | 14.0 |
| Reading proficiency | 46% | 39% |
| Math proficiency | 38% | 27% |
| city | Great Falls | Great Falls |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •C M Russell High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (48.0 vs 31.9).
- •C M Russell High School does better on math proficiency (38% vs 27%).
- •C M Russell High School does better on reading proficiency (46% vs 39%).
- •C M Russell High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.9% vs 76.2%).
- •West Elementary does better on students per teacher (14.0 vs 16.4).
- •C M Russell High School is the larger school with 1,412 students compared with 421.
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 West Elementary?
On the Success Index (US), C M Russell High School ranks higher (48.0 vs 31.9 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 West Elementary?
About 1.6 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. West Elementary: 421. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do C M Russell High School and West Elementary rank in Montana?
C M Russell High School is 43rd of 108 and West Elementary is 217th of 267 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).