For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 137 students in Charlo, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Charlo, MT are Charlo Elementary School and Charlo 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Charlo, MT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Charlo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Charlo, MT (2026-27)
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Charlo, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Charlo, MT include Charlo Elementary School and Charlo 6-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in Charlo?
2 public elementary schools are located in Charlo.
What is the racial composition of students in Charlo?
Charlo public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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