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Salmon Prairie School
Elementary School · Swan Lake-Salmon Elem
23187 MT Hwy 83, Swan Lake, MT 59911
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
4
Student-Teacher
4:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Salmon Prairie School
Elementary School in Swan Lake · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Salmon Prairie School
Salmon Prairie School is a public elementary school in Swan Lake, MT, part of Swan Lake-Salmon Elem. Salmon Prairie School serves approximately 4 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 4:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 4 students, Salmon Prairie 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 4:1 students to teachers, Salmon Prairie School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Salmon Prairie 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
- 4 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Address
- 23187 MT Hwy 83, Swan Lake, MT 59911
- Phone
- (406) 754-2245
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
Why doesn't this school have a score?
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Test Scores
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Location
23187 MT Hwy 83, Swan Lake, MT 59911
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Salmon Prairie School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Charlo Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 22.4 miles away, in nearby Charlo). Another option is Linderman School (rated 7.6/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Polson). Additionally, K William Harvey Elem (rated 5.7/10, 16.4 miles away, in nearby Ronan). For more schools in Swan Lake, see our Swan Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 25.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Swan Valley School Condon | 10.9 mi | — |
| Swan Valley 7-8 Condon | 10.9 mi | — |
| MISSION VALLEY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Polson | 14.3 mi | 7.5 |
| Two Eagle River School Pablo | 15.3 mi | — |
| Ronan High School Ronan | 16.2 mi | 3.7 |
| Ronan Middle School Ronan | 16.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Pablo Elementary Ronan | 15.6 mi | 5.5 |
| K William Harvey Elem Ronan | 16.4 mi | 5.7 |
| MOUNTAIN HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Ronan | 16.5 mi | — |
| Linderman School Polson | 17.9 mi | 7.6 |
| 60281 HILLSIDE RD Saint Ignatius | 23.1 mi | — |
| Cherry Valley School Polson | 18.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Polson High School Polson | 18.1 mi | 5.2 |
| Polson Middle School Polson | 18.2 mi | 4.4 |
| GLACIER LAKE SCHOOL Saint Ignatius | 25.5 mi | — |
| Charlo Elementary Charlo | 22.4 mi | 8.9 |
| Charlo 6-8 Charlo | 22.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Charlo High School Charlo | 22.4 mi | 5.1 |
| St Ignatius High School St. Ignatius | 25.9 mi | 6.3 |
| St Ignatius Middle School St. Ignatius | 25.9 mi | 4.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59911 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$81,846
Median Home Value
$608,000
Median Rent
$1,158/mo
Population
9,316
College Educated
50.5%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Median Age
54.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Salmon Prairie School
What grades does Salmon Prairie School serve?
Salmon Prairie School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Salmon Prairie School?
Salmon Prairie School has an enrollment of approximately 4 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Salmon Prairie School?
The student-teacher ratio at Salmon Prairie School is 4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is Salmon Prairie School a charter school?
No, Salmon Prairie School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Salmon Prairie School a Title I school?
No, Salmon Prairie School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 4
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Lake County
- Phone
- (406) 754-2245
Resources & Links
District
Swan Lake-Salmon Elem- District Enrollment
- 4
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $72,000
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