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Sunset School
Elementary School · Sunset Elem
5024 Sunset Hill Road, Greenough, MT 59823
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
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Sunset School
Elementary School in Greenough · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Sunset School
Sunset School is a public elementary school in Greenough, MT, part of Sunset Elem. Sunset School serves approximately 11 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 5.5:1 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 Sunset School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022). Based on limited data: 0% component coverage.
What Parents Should Know
At 11 students, Sunset 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 5.5:1 students to teachers, Sunset School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunset 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
- 11 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Address
- 5024 Sunset Hill Road, Greenough, MT 59823
- Phone
- (406) 244-5542
- 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 (2021-22)
Based on 10 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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
5024 Sunset Hill Road, Greenough, MT 59823
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Drummond School (rated 8.6/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Drummond). Another option is Potomac School (rated 6.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Bonner). Additionally, Clinton School (rated 6.7/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Clinton). For more schools in Greenough, see our Greenough schools guide .
Nearby Schools
15 within 22.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Potomac School Bonner | 7.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Potomac 7-8 Bonner | 7.5 mi | — |
| Seeley-Swan High School Missoula | 17.9 mi | 3.2 |
| Seeley Lake Elementary Seeley Lake | 18.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Seeley Lake 7-8 Seeley Lake | 18.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Ovando School Ovando | 15.9 mi | — |
| Clinton School Clinton | 16.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Clinton 7-8 Clinton | 16.7 mi | 8.0 |
| Drummond School Drummond | 21.5 mi | 8.6 |
| Drummond 7-8 Drummond | 21.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Drummond High School Drummond | 21.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Hall School Hall | 25.3 mi | — |
| Bonner School Bonner | 21.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Bonner 6-8 Bonner | 21.2 mi | 4.0 |
| Helmville School Helmville | 22.4 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59823 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,548
Median Home Value
$465,800
Median Rent
$688/mo
Population
2,069
College Educated
38.3%
Homeownership
87.8%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset School
What grades does Sunset School serve?
Sunset School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Sunset School?
Sunset School has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset School is 5.5:1. 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 Sunset School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2018-2022).
Is Sunset School a charter school?
No, Sunset School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset School a Title I school?
No, Sunset School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 2
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Missoula County
- Phone
- (406) 244-5542
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