Serving 5 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sage Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 5 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sage Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Sage Creek Elementary School's student population of 5 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 1 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
5 students
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Sage Creek Elementary School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
White
100%
76%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
100%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
How many students attend Sage Creek Elementary School?
5 students attend Sage Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Sage Creek Elementary School students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sage Creek Elementary School?
Sage Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sage Creek Elementary School offer ?
Sage Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sage Creek Elementary School part of?
Sage Creek Elementary School is part of Chester-Joplin-Inverness El School District.
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