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Big Sky School
Elementary School · Browning Elem
PO Box 610, Browning, MT 59417
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
24
Student-Teacher
12:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Big Sky School
Elementary School in Browning · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Big Sky School
Big Sky School is a public elementary school in Browning, MT, part of Browning Elem. Big Sky School serves approximately 24 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
Structured state assessment records for Big Sky School show 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 24 students, Big Sky School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
Big Sky School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Address
- PO Box 610, Browning, MT 59417
- Phone
- (406) 336-3790
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. This can happen when a school is very new, very small, or has limited test score reporting to the state.
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 25 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Location
PO Box 610, Browning, MT 59417
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Big Sky School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. KW-VC Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 22.9 miles away). Another option is Anna Jeffries Elementary (rated 5.3/10, 24.2 miles away, in nearby Cut Bank). Additionally, Napi School (rated 4.4/10, 22.8 miles away). For more schools in Browning, see our Browning schools guide .
Nearby Schools
16 within 34.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Glendale School Browning | 10.1 mi | — |
| Mountain View Elementary Cut Bank | 12.4 mi | — |
| Hidden Lake Elementary Cut Bank | 18.2 mi | — |
| CUTSWOOD SCHOOL Browning | 22.5 mi | — |
| Napi School Browning | 22.8 mi | 4.4 |
| DE LA SALLE BLACKFEET SCHOOL Browning | 22.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Browning Elementary Browning | 22.8 mi | 3.3 |
| KW-VC Elementary Browning | 22.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Browning Middle School Browning | 23.3 mi | 4.4 |
| Browning High School Browning | 23.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Zenith Elementary Cut Bank | 19.3 mi | — |
| Anna Jeffries Elementary Cut Bank | 24.2 mi | 5.3 |
| H C Davis Elementary Cut Bank | 24.4 mi | 2.6 |
| Cut Bank Middle School Cut Bank | 24.5 mi | 3.0 |
| Cut Bank High School Cut Bank | 24.5 mi | 4.0 |
| East Glacier Park School E. Glacier Park | 34.6 mi | 2.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59417 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$37,763
Median Home Value
$128,800
Median Rent
$481/mo
Population
7,674
College Educated
15.2%
Homeownership
56.4%
Poverty Rate
36.3%
Median Age
28.9
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| Avon School Avon, MT | — |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Big Sky School
What grades does Big Sky School serve?
Big Sky School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Big Sky School?
Big Sky School has an enrollment of approximately 24 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Big Sky School?
The student-teacher ratio at Big Sky School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Big Sky School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Big Sky School has 31% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 35% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Big Sky School a charter school?
No, Big Sky School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Big Sky School a Title I school?
No, Big Sky School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 24
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Glacier County
- Phone
- (406) 336-3790
Resources & Links
District
Browning Elem- District Enrollment
- 1,316
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,449
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