Best Schools in Big Sandy, Montana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Big Sandy by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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F E Miley School
Elementary · Big Sandy K-12. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Big Sandy High School
High · Big Sandy K-12. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$123,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.3
out of 10
Median Home
$123,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Big Sandy
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | F E Miley School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Big Sandy High School | 6.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.3/10
- Median household income
- $58,667
- Median home value
- $123,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Big Sandy compares
Median household income
$59k
89% of Montana median
About Schools in Big Sandy, Montana
Big Sandy, Montana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.3 out of 10, schools in Big Sandy perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Big Sandy is F E Miley School with a composite score of 8.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Big Sandy is served by 1 school district: Big Sandy K-12. These districts collectively serve 192 students.
Big Sandy's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $58,667. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 111 students · Pre-K–6th | 8.4 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 27 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 54 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 |
Schools in Big Sandy
Big Sandy, Montana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$58,667
Median Home Value
$123,900
Median Rent
$610/mo
Population
1,211
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
60%
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Big Sandy has a median household income of $58,667. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $123,900, with a median rent of $610/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Big Sandy, Montana
How many schools are in Big Sandy, Montana?
Big Sandy has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Big Sandy, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Big Sandy is 7.3 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Big Sandy, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Big Sandy on MySchoolScout is F E Miley School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Big Sandy, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Big Sandy on MySchoolScout is F E Miley School with a composite score of 8.4/10.
What is the best high school in Big Sandy, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Big Sandy on MySchoolScout is Big Sandy High School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
How many school districts serve Big Sandy, Montana?
Big Sandy is served by 1 school district: Big Sandy K-12.
What is the education level in Big Sandy, Montana?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Big Sandy have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Big Sandy, Montana?
The median household income in Big Sandy is approximately $58,667 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Sandy, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Sandy is 11.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Sandy, Montana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Montana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.