Columbia Falls Jr HS
547 Students
Middle School 6th - 8th
School Overview
Columbia Falls Junior High School, located at 1805 Talbot Road in Columbia Falls, Montana, serves as a pivotal educational institution for the community’s adolescent students. Situated in the scenic Flathead Valley near the gateway to Glacier National Park, the school provides a foundational academic experience for students transitioning from elementary to high school. The facility is part of the Columbia Falls School District 6, which emphasizes a commitment to fostering both intellectual growth and extracurricular engagement within a supportive, small-town environment.
The school is dedicated to preparing students for the rigors of secondary education by offering a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like mathematics, science, and literacy, while also providing opportunities for personal development. Beyond academics, Columbia Falls Junior High typically plays a significant role in the local community by hosting various athletic programs, clubs, and student organizations that encourage teamwork and school spirit. By prioritizing a positive climate and student-centered instruction, the school strives to equip its learners with the essential skills and character traits needed for future academic and professional success.
The school is dedicated to preparing students for the rigors of secondary education by offering a balanced curriculum that emphasizes core subjects like mathematics, science, and literacy, while also providing opportunities for personal development. Beyond academics, Columbia Falls Junior High typically plays a significant role in the local community by hosting various athletic programs, clubs, and student organizations that encourage teamwork and school spirit. By prioritizing a positive climate and student-centered instruction, the school strives to equip its learners with the essential skills and character traits needed for future academic and professional success.
547
Total Students
36.6
Full-Time Teachers
15.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 471 |
| Hispanic | 32 |
| Two or More | 35 |
| American Indian | 8 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White471 (86.1%)
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Two or More35 (6.4%)
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Hispanic32 (5.9%)
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American Indian8 (1.5%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Columbia Falls Elem |
| Phone: | (406)892-6530 |
| Website: | http://cfjuniorhigh.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 8th |
| Total Students: | 547 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 36.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 495 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 46 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
175
Grade 7
188
Grade 8
184
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 175 |
| Grade 7 | 188 |
| Grade 8 | 184 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 263 | 48.1% |
| Male | 284 | 51.9% |
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