Serving 10 students in grades 9-12, Saco High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 3:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 3:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saco High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Saco High School's student population of 10 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Saco High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)≥50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
100%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Saco High School often compared to?
Saco High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malta High School, Dodson High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saco High School?
The graduation rate of Saco High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Saco High School?
10 students attend Saco High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Saco High School students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saco High School?
Saco High School has a student ration of 3:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Saco High School offer ?
Saco High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saco High School part of?
Saco High School is part of Saco High School District.
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