Best Public Schools in Belgrade, MT

The city of Belgrade, Montana is home to 7 schools, including 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school, serving students from preschool through 12th grade. The data reveals a mix of high-performing and average-performing schools in the area, with some notable standouts that are outpacing state and district averages.

The top-performing schools in Belgrade are the small, rural Springhill School and Pass Creek School, both of which serve grades PK-8 and have exceptional academic results, with over 70% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Mathematics. These schools have much lower student-teacher ratios, higher per-student spending, and are ranked among the top elementary schools in the state. In contrast, the larger Ridge View Elementary and Saddle Peak Elementary schools perform on par with or slightly above state averages, but lag behind the top-performing smaller schools.

The data also reveals disparities in the free and reduced lunch rates across the schools, with the smaller, higher-performing schools tending to have lower rates of economic disadvantage among their student populations. This suggests that factors beyond just school size and funding may be contributing to the success of the top-performing schools in the Belgrade area. Further investigation into the practices and strategies employed by these standout schools could provide valuable insights for improving educational outcomes across the district.