Serving 416 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Saddle Peak Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 416 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in MT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Saddle Peak Elementary serves the southwest part of Belgrade, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 20 square miles. Families in this zone typically face a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 4.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.3 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Saddle Peak Elementary School's student population of 416 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
416 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Saddle Peak's Mission is to foster a safe and inclusive learning environment.
School Rankings
Saddle Peak Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saddle Peak Elementary School is 0.45, which is more 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
#330 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
19%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)39.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-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 Saddle Peak Elementary School's ranking?
Saddle Peak Elementary School is ranked #330 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Saddle Peak Elementary School often compared to?
Saddle Peak Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
How many students attend Saddle Peak Elementary School?
416 students attend Saddle Peak Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Saddle Peak Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Saddle Peak Elementary School?
Saddle Peak Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Saddle Peak Elementary School offer ?
Saddle Peak Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Saddle Peak Elementary School part of?
Saddle Peak Elementary School is part of Belgrade Elementary School District.
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