Best Schools in Sand Coulee, Montana
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Sand Coulee by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Centerville High School
High · Centerville H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Centerville 6-8
Middle · Centerville Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Centerville School
Elementary · Centerville Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Sand Coulee for 2026 are Centerville High School (8.2/10), Centerville 6-8 (7.2/10), and Centerville School (5.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$267,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
6.8
out of 10
Median Home
$267,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Sand Coulee
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centerville High School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Centerville 6-8 | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Centerville School | 5.1 / 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
- 6.8/10
- Median household income
- $61,023
- Median home value
- $267,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 24%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
67% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Sand Coulee compares
Montana rank
#34 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$61k
92% of Montana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Sand Coulee, Montana
Sand Coulee, Montana is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.8 out of 10, schools in Sand Coulee show moderate performance 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 Sand Coulee is Centerville High School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Sand Coulee is served by 2 school districts: Centerville Elem, Centerville H S. These districts collectively serve 331 students.
Sand Coulee's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $61,023. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 124 students · Pre-K–5th | 5.1 |
| 2 | 20 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 3 | 22 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 4 | 23 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 66 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 76 students · 9th–12th | 8.2 |
Schools in Sand Coulee
Sand Coulee, Montana · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$61,023
Median Home Value
$267,500
Median Rent
$1,100/mo
Population
512
College Educated
24%
Homeownership
85%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Sand Coulee has a median household income of $61,023. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $267,500, with a median rent of $1,100/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
Other Major Cities in Montana
Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Sand Coulee, Montana
How many schools are in Sand Coulee, Montana?
Sand Coulee has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Sand Coulee, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sand Coulee is 6.8 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 Sand Coulee, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Sand Coulee on MySchoolScout is Centerville High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Sand Coulee, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Sand Coulee on MySchoolScout is Centerville School with a composite score of 5.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Sand Coulee, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Sand Coulee on MySchoolScout is Centerville 6-8 with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Sand Coulee, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Sand Coulee on MySchoolScout is Centerville High School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
How many school districts serve Sand Coulee, Montana?
Sand Coulee is served by 2 school districts: Centerville Elem, Centerville H S.
What is the education level in Sand Coulee, Montana?
According to Census data, 24% of adults in Sand Coulee have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Sand Coulee, Montana?
The median household income in Sand Coulee is approximately $61,023 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Sand Coulee, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sand Coulee is 12.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sand Coulee, 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.