Big Sandy K-12

The Big Sandy K-12 district in Montana consists of three schools: F E Miley School (elementary), Big Sandy High School, and Big Sandy 7-8 (middle school). The district has a predominantly white student population, with a notable percentage of Native American students as well.

Big Sandy High School stands out as a strong performer, ranking 13th out of 114 Montana high schools in the 2021-2022 school year and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. This is a significant improvement from the previous year, where it ranked 104th out of 124 high schools. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 9.6 may contribute to more personalized attention for students. In contrast, Big Sandy 7-8 has experienced a decline in its performance, dropping from a 4-star rating in 2020-2021 to a 1-star rating in 2022-2023.

While the schools in the Big Sandy K-12 district have relatively low student-teacher ratios, the lack of data on free and reduced lunch rates makes it difficult to assess the socioeconomic status of the student population. Exploring ways to increase racial diversity and representation within the student body could also be a valuable area of focus for the district, as the current student population is predominantly white.