Serving 31 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Saco School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in MT
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Saco School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 715.9 square miles in Saco, MT. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located nearly 38 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saco School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Saco School's student population of 31 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
31 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Saco School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saco School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#159 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
7%
10%
Showing 2004–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
White
84%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2012–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
19%
5%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saco School's ranking?
Saco School is ranked #159 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Saco School?
31 students attend Saco School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Saco School students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saco School?
Saco School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Saco School offer ?
Saco School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saco School part of?
Saco School is part of Saco Elementary School District.
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