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Carter School
Elementary School · Carter Elem
Box 158, Carter, MT 59420
Enrollment
2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
2
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Updated
2022-23
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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Test Scores
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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.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHILDRENS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF BOZEMAN Bozeman, MT | — |
| Greycliff School Greycliff, MT | — |
| Jackson School Jackson, MT | — |
| Ross School Mosby, MT | — |
| Spring Creek Colony Schl Lewistown, MT | — |
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
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Chouteau County
- Phone
- (406) 734-5387
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
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