For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 217 students in Charlo, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in Charlo, MT are Charlo Elementary School, Charlo 6-8 and Charlo High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charlo, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Charlo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Charlo, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Charlo Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
404 1st Ave West
Charlo, MT 59824
(406) 644-2206
Charlo, MT 59824
(406) 644-2206
Gr: PK-5 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Charlo 6-8
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
404 1st Ave West
Charlo, MT 59824
(406) 644-2206
Charlo, MT 59824
(406) 644-2206
Gr: 6-8 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Charlo High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
404 1st Ave West
Charlo, MT 59824
(406) 644-2206
Charlo, MT 59824
(406) 644-2206
Gr: 9-12 | 80 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Charlo, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Charlo, MT include Charlo Elementary School, Charlo 6-8 and Charlo High School.
How many public schools are located in Charlo?
3 public schools are located in Charlo.
What is the racial composition of students in Charlo?
Charlo public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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