For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 283 students in Big Sky, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Big Sky, MT are Ophir 7-8 and Ophir Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Big Sky, MT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Big Sky have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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 Big Sky, MT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Ophir 7-8
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
45465 Gallatin Rd-30, Miles S.
Big Sky, MT 59716
(406) 995-4281
Big Sky, MT 59716
(406) 995-4281
Grades: 6-8
| 88 students
Rank: #22.
Ophir Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
45465 Gallatin Rd-30, Miles S.
Big Sky, MT 59716
(406) 995-4281
Big Sky, MT 59716
(406) 995-4281
Grades: PK-5
| 195 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Big Sky, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Big Sky, MT include Ophir 7-8 and Ophir Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Big Sky?
2 public elementary schools are located in Big Sky.
What is the racial composition of students in Big Sky?
Big Sky public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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