These are some of the top-rated public schools in Montana based on a variety of measures. Find out more about °ÅÀÖÊÓÆµ ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Montana at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Montana offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Montana
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Billings Elementary School District
10,988 students | BILLINGS, MT
Grades PK, K-8 | 28 schools -
Great Falls Elementary School District
7,032 students | GREAT FALLS, MT
Grades PK, K-8 | 18 schools -
Billings High School
5,610 students | BILLINGS, MT
Grades 9-12 | 3 schools -
Missoula Elementary School District
5,280 students | MISSOULA, MT
Grades PK, K-8 | 12 schools -
Helena Elementary School District
5,225 students | HELENA, MT
Grades PK, K-8 | 13 schools
Reviews From Schools in Montana
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Teacher
August 12, 2025
The administration at this school is the worst I have ever witnessed. The principal is not qualified to lead this school. She does not have the proper skills to lead this high-needs school. I have... More
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Hyalite Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
August 10, 2025
Very Good academic experience for my child overall.
Would like to see students assigned more homework.
Would like to see more training in standardized test taking.
Would like to see administration... More
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Lone Peak High School
Parent / Guardian
August 09, 2025
This 3/10 score is highly misleading, as it fails to account for the fact that Flathead has an excellent IB (not AP) program, along with outstanding theatre, music, art, science, ag ed, and trades... More
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Flathead High School