For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,299 students in Belgrade, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Belgrade, MT are Ridge View Elementary School, Story Creek Elementary School and Springhill School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Belgrade, MT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Belgrade have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Belgrade, MT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridge View Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
117 Green Belt Drive
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 388-4534
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 388-4534
Gr: PK-4 | 438 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Story Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
807 Bolinger Road
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2791
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2791
Gr: PK-4 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Springhill School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6020 Springhill Comm Road
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 586-6485
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 586-6485
Gr: PK-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Pass Creek School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3747 Pass Creek Road
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 388-6353
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 388-6353
Gr: PK-8 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #55.
Belgrade Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
410 Triple Crown Road
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2259
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2259
Gr: 5-8 | 978 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
Saddle Peak Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
400 N. Jackrabbit Lane
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2006
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2006
Gr: PK-4 | 416 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Belgrade, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
421 Spooner Rd
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2200
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2200
Gr: 4-6 | 725 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
308 N Broadway
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2120
Belgrade, MT 59714
(406) 924-2120
Gr: PK-4 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Belgrade, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Belgrade, MT include Ridge View Elementary School, Story Creek Elementary School and Springhill School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Belgrade?
6 public elementary schools are located in Belgrade.
What is the racial composition of students in Belgrade?
Belgrade public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Which public elementary schools in Belgrade are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Belgrade include: Saddle Peak Elementary School vs. Ridge View Elementary School, Ridge View Elementary School vs. Saddle Peak Elementary School, Springhill School vs. Pass Creek School
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