Excellent
#67 of 603 schools in MT
Top 11% in state
Saddle Peak Elementary
Elementary School · Belgrade Elem
PO Box 166, Belgrade, MT 59714
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
438
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#67 of 603
In Belgrade
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 4
Belgrade Elem
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Saddle Peak Elementary
Saddle Peak Elementary is a public elementary school in Belgrade, MT, part of Belgrade Elem. Saddle Peak Elementary serves approximately 438 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Saddle Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #67 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Saddle Peak Elementary show 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.2
- MT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Saddle Peak Elementary were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Saddle Peak Elementary — Students at Saddle Peak Elementary score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
52.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 18 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: 9.9/10.
How Saddle Peak Elementary Compares
See how Saddle Peak Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 166, Belgrade, MT 59714
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Saddle Peak Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Ridge View Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Amsterdam School (rated 8.5/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Manhattan), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Monforton School (rated 8.3/10, 7.7 miles away, in nearby Bozeman), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Belgrade, see our Belgrade schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Belgrade Middle School Belgrade | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Belgrade High School Belgrade | 0.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Story Creek Elem Belgrade | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Ridge View Elementary Belgrade | 1.7 mi | 8.6 |
| Monforton School Bozeman | 7.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Monforton Primary Bozeman | 7.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Monforton 6-8 Bozeman | 7.7 mi | 7.9 |
| MIDDLE CREEK MONTESSORI Bozeman | 8.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Chief Joseph Middle School Bozeman | 7.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Gallatin High School Bozeman | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
| CHILDRENS DEVELOPMENT CENTER OF BOZEMAN Bozeman | 8.4 mi | — |
| GREAT BEGINNINGS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bozeman | 6.8 mi | — |
| Meadowlark Elementary Bozeman | 8.0 mi | 8.0 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bozeman | 8.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Amsterdam School Manhattan | 7.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Hyalite Elementary Bozeman | 8.9 mi | 7.3 |
| BOZEMAN SUMMIT SCHOOOL Bozeman | 8.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Emily Dickinson School Bozeman | 8.7 mi | 8.2 |
| PEAK POTENTIAL Bozeman | 8.8 mi | — |
| Springhill School Belgrade | 8.0 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59714 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,217
Median Home Value
$490,000
Median Rent
$1,558/mo
Population
23,897
College Educated
37.1%
Homeownership
69.7%
Avg Commute
23.7 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Median Age
35.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central Heights School Billings, MT | 8.2 |
| Elysian School Billings, MT | 8.2 |
| Emily Dickinson School Bozeman, MT | 8.2 |
| Highland Park School Lewistown, MT | 8.2 |
| McKinley School Billings, MT | 8.2 |
| Hawthorne School Bozeman, MT | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Saddle Peak Elementary
What grades does Saddle Peak Elementary serve?
Saddle Peak Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Saddle Peak Elementary?
Saddle Peak Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 438 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Saddle Peak Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Saddle Peak Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Saddle Peak Elementary rank in MT?
Saddle Peak Elementary ranks #67 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Saddle Peak Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Saddle Peak Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Saddle Peak Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Saddle Peak Elementary has 48% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).
Is Saddle Peak Elementary a charter school?
No, Saddle Peak Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Saddle Peak Elementary a Title I school?
No, Saddle Peak Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Saddle Peak Elementary?
52.7% of students at Saddle Peak Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 438
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Gallatin County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.7%
- Phone
- (406) 924-2006
Resources & Links
District
Belgrade Elem- District Enrollment
- 2,303
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $11,571
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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