For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 31 students in Saco, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Saco, MT is Saco School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saco, MT public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Saco have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% 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 Saco, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saco School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
321 Hwy 243
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Gr: PK-6 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Saco, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Saco, MT include Saco School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Saco?
1 public elementary schools are located in Saco.
What is the racial composition of students in Saco?
Saco public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% 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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