For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 10 students in Carter, MT.
Carter, MT public elementary schools have a diversity score of 0.00, which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 0.40.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Carter, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Knees School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4177 Beaver Slide Rd
Carter, MT 59420
(406) 734-5217
Carter, MT 59420
(406) 734-5217
Gr: PK-8 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: n/an/a
438 2nd Ave.
Carter, MT 59420
(406) 734-5387
Carter, MT 59420
(406) 734-5387
Gr: PK-8 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Carter, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Carter, MT include Knees School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Carter?
2 public elementary schools are located in Carter.
What is the racial composition of students in Carter?
Carter public elementary schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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