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Carter School

Elementary School · Carter Elem

Box 158, Carter, MT 59420

Enrollment

2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Updated 2022-23

About Carter School

Carter School is a public elementary school in Carter, MT, part of the Carter Elem. The school serves approximately 2 students in grades Pre-K – 8th. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $60,694, where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant rural setting.

What Parents Should Know

With an enrollment of 2 students, Carter School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

Located in a rural area, Carter School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
2 students
Type
Public
Address
Box 158, Carter, MT 59420
Phone
(406) 734-5387
Data Year
SY 2022-23
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Location

Box 158, Carter, MT 59420

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Carter School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Loy School (rated 7.1/10, 22.2 miles away, in nearby Great Falls). Another option is Giant Springs Elementary (rated 7.1/10, 23.3 miles away, in nearby Great Falls). Additionally, Highwood School (rated 7.0/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Highwood). For more schools in Carter, see our Carter schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 23.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Highwood School Highwood 15.6 mi 7.0
Highwood High School Highwood 15.6 mi 8.9
Highwood Middle School Highwood 15.6 mi
Fort Benton School Fort Benton 13.6 mi 6.2
Fort Benton 7-8 Fort Benton 13.8 mi 7.8
Fort Benton High School Fort Benton 13.8 mi 4.3
Benton Lake School Floweree 17.1 mi
Loy School Great Falls 22.2 mi 7.1
Chief Joseph School Great Falls 22.9 mi 5.3
Morningside School Great Falls 22.7 mi 6.9
TREASURE STATE ACADEMY Great Falls 22.9 mi 5.5
East Middle School Great Falls 23.2 mi 6.9
Belt School Belt 27.2 mi 4.9
Pleasant Valley School Belt 27.2 mi
Belt 7-8 Belt 27.2 mi 7.3
Belt High School Belt 27.2 mi 7.4
MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd HS Great Falls 23.2 mi
MT Sch For Deaf & Blnd El Great Falls 23.2 mi
Lewis & Clark School Great Falls 23.3 mi 5.3
Giant Springs Elementary Great Falls 23.3 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59420 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,694

Median Home Value

$147,500

Population

214

College Educated

20.6%

Homeownership

82.5%

Poverty Rate

15.9%

Median Age

33.5

Community Profile

The community surrounding Carter School has a median household income of $60,694. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $147,500. The area has a poverty rate of 15.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Carter School

What grades does Carter School serve?

Carter School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Carter School?

Carter School has an enrollment of approximately 2 students.

Is Carter School a charter school?

No, Carter School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Carter School a Title I school?

No, Carter School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

County Safety
Average (476/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
2
0
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Chouteau County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Carter Elem
District Enrollment
2
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,400

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