For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,548 students in Great Falls, MT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Great Falls, MT are North Middle School and East Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Great Falls, MT public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in Great Falls have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Middle Schools in Great Falls, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2601 8th Street Ne
Great Falls, MT 59403
(406) 268-6525
Great Falls, MT 59403
(406) 268-6525
Gr: 7-8 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
East Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4040 Central Avenue
Great Falls, MT 59403
(406) 268-6500
Great Falls, MT 59403
(406) 268-6500
Gr: 7-8 | 764 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Mt School For Deaf & Blnd Elementary School
Special Education School
3911 Central Ave
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 771-6017
Great Falls, MT 59405
(406) 771-6017
Gr: PK-8 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Great Falls, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Great Falls, MT include North Middle School and East Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in Great Falls?
3 public middle schools are located in Great Falls.
What is the racial composition of students in Great Falls?
Great Falls public middle schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Which public middle schools in Great Falls are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Great Falls include: East Middle School vs. North Middle School, North Middle School vs. East Middle School
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