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Knees School
Elementary School · Knees Elem
4177 Beaver Slide Rd, Carter, MT 59420
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
8
Student-Teacher
8:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Knees School
Elementary School in Carter · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Knees School
Knees School is a public elementary school in Carter, MT, part of Knees Elem. Knees School serves approximately 8 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8:1 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 Knees School show 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 8 students, Knees 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.
At 8:1 students to teachers, Knees School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Knees 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
- 8 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Address
- 4177 Beaver Slide Rd, Carter, MT 59420
- Phone
- (406) 734-5217
- 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 (2018-19)
Based on 20 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: N/A.
Location
4177 Beaver Slide Rd, Carter, MT 59420
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Knees School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chester-Joplin-Inverness Schl (rated 7.9/10, 36.9 miles away, in nearby Chester). Another option is Power School (rated 7.3/10, 27.6 miles away, in nearby Power). Additionally, Dutton/Brady Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 21.9 miles away, in nearby Dutton). For more schools in Carter, see our Carter schools guide .
Nearby Schools
18 within 36.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Benton Lake School Floweree | 19.1 mi | — |
| Cam Rose School Shelby | 23.5 mi | — |
| Dutton/Brady Elementary Dutton | 21.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Dutton/Brady High School Dutton | 21.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Dutton/Brady Middle School Dutton | 21.9 mi | — |
| Hillcrest Colony Elementary Vaughn | 28.9 mi | — |
| Carter School Carter | 24.1 mi | — |
| Galata School Galata | 30.9 mi | — |
| Power School Power | 27.6 mi | 7.3 |
| Power 7-8 Power | 27.6 mi | — |
| Power High School Power | 27.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Sacajawea School Great Falls | 34.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Vaughn School Vaughn | 34.2 mi | 3.8 |
| Vaughn 7-8 Vaughn | 34.2 mi | — |
| Chester-Joplin-Inverness Schl Chester | 36.9 mi | 7.9 |
| Chester-Joplin-Inverness 7-8 Chester | 36.9 mi | 8.8 |
| Chester-Joplin-Inverness HS Chester | 36.9 mi | 5.7 |
| ELK CREEK MENNONITE Fort Shaw | 36.0 mi | — |
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
Similar Schools
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alzada School Alzada, MT | — |
| Ayers School Grass Range, MT | — |
| Bear Paw School Chinook, MT | — |
| Benton Lake School Floweree, MT | — |
| Biddle School Biddle, MT | — |
| Birney School Birney, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Knees School
What grades does Knees School serve?
Knees School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Knees School?
Knees School has an enrollment of approximately 8 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Knees School?
The student-teacher ratio at Knees School is 8:1. 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 Knees School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Knees School has 50% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Knees School a charter school?
No, Knees School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Knees School a Title I school?
No, Knees School is not currently a Title I school.
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- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 8
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Chouteau County
- Phone
- (406) 734-5217
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