Across the State of Montana, Missoula County Public Schools (MCPS) has a reputation for excellence.
Here are some quick facts about MCPS:
- A unified K-12 district that serves nearly 8,400 students in 17 schools in the county
- 9 elementary schools, grades K-5
- 3 middle schools, grades 6-8
- 5 high schools, including Seeley-Swan and the Willard Alternative School
- 1 dedicated Preschool Center
- Adult and continuing education programs
- An innovative, multi-disciplinary K-12 curriculum that is research-based and reflects the needs of all students
- Combined elementary and high school general fund budgets total nearly $60 million
- An 11-member Board of Trustees which oversees MCPS operations and policies
- Small class sizes and the flexibility to use small group and individual teaching methods
- Comprehensive assessment programs, special education programs, Title I programs, and programs for youth who are gifted and talented, at-risk, bilingual, Native American, or in need of mental health services
- Musical programs for band, choir, and orchestra
- Partnerships with various Missoula agencies to provide family resource centers and after-school enrichment programs in many schools
