Big Sky School K-12 School District
School District · Big Sky, Montana
Avg Rating
7.5
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,410
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Avg Rating
7.5
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$15,410
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Evaluating Big Sky School K-12?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Big Sky School K-12 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Lone Peak High School
Big Sky · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Ophir 7-8
Big Sky · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Ophir Elementary School
Big Sky · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Montana rank
#28 of 153
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.2
above Montana avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,410
+$2,142 vs Montana median
District size
396 students
Typical than Montana median
The short answer
Big Sky School K-12 ranks #28 of 153 Montana districts by overall school rating. Big Sky School K-12's schools with real test data average 7.5/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Lone Peak High School (8.1/10), Ophir 7-8 (7.4/10), and Ophir Elementary School (7.0/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Big Sky School K-12
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lone Peak High School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Ophir 7-8 | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Ophir Elementary School | 7.0 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Big Sky School K-12
Big Sky School K-12 is a Big Sky, Montana school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 396 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.6:1. The district invests $15,410 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.5/10, Big Sky School K-12 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Lone Peak High School, which has a composite score of 8.1/10.
In standardized testing, Big Sky School K-12 students show an average math proficiency of 62.8% and ELA proficiency of 70.9%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Big Sky School K-12, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Big Sky School K-12 with test data.
Schools in Big Sky School K-12
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Montana
- City
- Big Sky
- Total Enrollment
- 396
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Big Sky School K-12?
Big Sky School K-12 has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Big Sky School K-12?
The average composite rating for Big Sky School K-12 is 7.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Big Sky School K-12?
Big Sky School K-12 spends $15,410 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Sky School K-12?
The average student-teacher ratio in Big Sky School K-12 is 11.6:1.
What is the top-rated school in Big Sky School K-12?
Lone Peak High School is the highest-rated school in Big Sky School K-12 with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What are the test scores in Big Sky School K-12?
Across schools in Big Sky School K-12 with test data, the average math proficiency is 62.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 70.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Big Sky School K-12 compare to other districts in Montana?
Big Sky School K-12 has an average school rating of 7.5/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Montana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.5/10
- Math Proficiency
- 62.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 70.9%
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Compare Big Sky School K-12 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Billings Elem (28)
- Great Falls Elem (17)
- Helena Elem (13)
- Missoula Elem (12)
- Bozeman Elem (11)
- Cut Bank Elem (7)
- Browning Elem (7)
- Butte Elem (7)
- Kalispell Elem (7)
- Dutton/brady K-12 Schools (5)
- East Helena K-12 (5)
- Hardin Elem (5)
- Miles City Elem (5)
- Centerville Elem (5)
- Lockwood K-12 (4)
- Baker K-12 Schools (4)
- Belgrade Elem (4)
- Corvallis K-12 Schools (4)
- Frenchtown K-12 Schools (4)
- Hamilton K-12 Schools (4)
- Havre Elem (4)
- Hellgate Elem (4)
- Laurel Elem (4)
- Lewistown Elem (4)
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.
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