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Sage Creek Elementary
Elementary School · Chester-Joplin-Inverness El
Box 550, Chester, MT 59522
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
6
Student-Teacher
6:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Sage Creek Elementary
Elementary School in Chester · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sage Creek Elementary
Sage Creek Elementary is a public elementary school in Chester, MT, part of Chester-Joplin-Inverness El. Sage Creek Elementary serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6:1 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 Sage Creek Elementary show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 6 students, Sage Creek Elementary 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 6:1 students to teachers, Sage Creek Elementary sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sage Creek Elementary 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
- 6 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Address
- Box 550, Chester, MT 59522
- Phone
- (406) 759-5477
- 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 (2016-17)
Based on 16 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
Box 550, Chester, MT 59522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sage Creek Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chester-Joplin-Inverness 7-8 (rated 8.8/10, 29.1 miles away). Another option is Chester-Joplin-Inverness Schl (rated 7.9/10, 29.1 miles away). Additionally, North Star High School (rated 6.7/10, 31.8 miles away, in nearby Rudyard). For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .
Nearby Schools
7 within 35.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Liberty Elementary School Galata | 18.9 mi | — |
| Chester-Joplin-Inverness Schl Chester | 29.1 mi | 7.9 |
| Chester-Joplin-Inverness 7-8 Chester | 29.1 mi | 8.8 |
| Chester-Joplin-Inverness HS Chester | 29.1 mi | 5.7 |
| North Star 7-8 Rudyard | 31.8 mi | — |
| North Star High School Rudyard | 31.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Galata School Galata | 35.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$54,583
Median Home Value
$132,500
Median Rent
$657/mo
Population
1,227
College Educated
30.9%
Homeownership
53.3%
Poverty Rate
24.8%
Median Age
35.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sage Creek Elementary
What grades does Sage Creek Elementary serve?
Sage Creek Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sage Creek Elementary?
Sage Creek Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sage Creek Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Sage Creek Elementary is 6:1. 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 Sage Creek Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sage Creek Elementary has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2017).
Is Sage Creek Elementary a charter school?
No, Sage Creek Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sage Creek Elementary a Title I school?
No, Sage Creek Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 6
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Liberty County
- Phone
- (406) 759-5477
Resources & Links
District
Chester-Joplin-Inverness El- District Enrollment
- 177
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $13,323
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