Best Schools in Ashland, Montana
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High · 1 Other
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Ashland School
Elementary · Ashland Elem. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$115,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
5
2 public · 3 private
Avg Score
7.7
out of 10
Median Home
$115,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Ashland
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 5 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ashland School | 6.7 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.7/10
- Median household income
- $45,461
- Median home value
- $115,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 35%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ashland compares
Montana rank
#9 of 103
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$45k
69% of Montana median
Schools in this city
4
Ashland Elem runs Ashland's public schools
2 public schools. Ashland Elem is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Ashland is a Ashland Elem school (2 of 2).
About Schools in Ashland, Montana
Ashland, Montana is home to 5 schools, including 2 public schools and 3 private schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 7.7 out of 10, schools in Ashland perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ashland is St Labre Schools with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ashland is served by 1 school district: Ashland Elem. These districts collectively serve 76 students.
Ashland's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,461. The poverty rate in the area is 25.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 62 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.7 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 61 students · Pre-K–4th | Not Rated | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 14 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Labre High SchoolPrivate 112 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | St Labre SchoolsPrivate 422 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated |
Schools in Ashland
Ashland, Montana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$45,461
Median Home Value
$115,600
Median Rent
$632/mo
Population
1,266
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
35%
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Community Profile
Ashland has a median household income of $45,461. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $115,600, with a median rent of $632/month. The area has a poverty rate of 25.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
- Other
- 1
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School District
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Ashland, Montana
How many schools are in Ashland, Montana?
Ashland has 5 schools, including 2 public and 3 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ashland, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ashland is 7.7 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Ashland, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Ashland on MySchoolScout is Ashland School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ashland, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ashland on MySchoolScout is Ashland School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Ashland, Montana?
Ashland is served by 1 school district: Ashland Elem.
What is the education level in Ashland, Montana?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Ashland have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ashland, Montana?
The median household income in Ashland is approximately $45,461 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Ashland, Montana?
Yes, Ashland has 3 private schools alongside 2 public schools. The top-rated private school is St Labre Schools with a score of 9.0/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ashland, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ashland is 6.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ashland, Montana?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Montana Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.