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Saco 7-8
Middle School · Saco Elem
Box 298, Saco, MT 59261
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Enrollment
5
Student-Teacher
5:1
Grades
7th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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About Saco 7-8
Saco 7-8 is a public middle school in Saco, MT, part of Saco Elem. Saco 7-8 serves approximately 5 students, and covers grades 7th-8th, and has a 5:1 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 Saco 7-8 show 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 5 students, Saco 7-8 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 5:1 students to teachers, Saco 7-8 sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Saco 7-8 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
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 5 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Address
- Box 298, Saco, MT 59261
- Phone
- (406) 527-3531
- 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.
Our rating model requires at least 2 of 3 data components (academics, student progress, college readiness, and resources) to generate a meaningful score. Schools below this threshold receive a Limited Profile to avoid misleading ratings.
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 20 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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
Box 298, Saco, MT 59261
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saco 7-8 may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Saco School (rated 5.1/10). Additionally, Hinsdale School (rated 4.1/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Hinsdale). For more schools in Saco, see our Saco schools guide .
Nearby Schools
8 within 24.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saco School Saco | 0.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Saco High School Saco | 0.0 mi | — |
| Hinsdale School Hinsdale | 12.8 mi | 4.1 |
| Hinsdale 7-8 Hinsdale | 12.8 mi | — |
| Hinsdale High School Hinsdale | 12.8 mi | — |
| Whitewater School Whitewater | 24.6 mi | — |
| Whitewater High School Whitewater | 24.6 mi | — |
| Whitewater 6-8 Whitewater | 24.6 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59261 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,833
Median Home Value
$163,900
Median Rent
$554/mo
Population
496
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
79.1%
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Median Age
55.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arrowhead 7-8 Pray, MT | — |
| Geyser 7-8 Geyser, MT | — |
| Hinsdale 7-8 Hinsdale, MT | — |
| Judith Gap 7-8 Judith Gap, MT | — |
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| LIGHTHOUSE BAPTIST ACADEMY Missoula, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saco 7-8
What grades does Saco 7-8 serve?
Saco 7-8 serves students in grades 7th through 8th.
How many students attend Saco 7-8?
Saco 7-8 has an enrollment of approximately 5 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saco 7-8?
The student-teacher ratio at Saco 7-8 is 5:1. 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 Saco 7-8?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saco 7-8 has 55% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Saco 7-8 a charter school?
No, Saco 7-8 is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saco 7-8 a Title I school?
No, Saco 7-8 is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 5
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Phillips County
- Phone
- (406) 527-3531
Resources & Links
District
Saco Elem- District Enrollment
- 35
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,132
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