Best Schools in Big Timber, Montana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Big Timber by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Big Timber School
Elementary · Big Timber Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Big Timber 7-8
Middle · Big Timber Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Sweet Grass Co High Schl
High · Sweet Grass County H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Big Timber for 2026 are Big Timber School (6.6/10), Big Timber 7-8 (6.3/10), and Sweet Grass Co High Schl (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$286,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.4
out of 10
Median Home
$286,200
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Big Timber
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Big Timber School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Big Timber 7-8 | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Sweet Grass Co High Schl | 6.3 / 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
- 6.4/10
- Median household income
- $67,326
- Median home value
- $286,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Big Timber compares
Montana rank
#45 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$67k
102% of Montana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Big Timber, Montana
Big Timber, Montana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.4 out of 10, schools in Big Timber show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Big Timber is Big Timber School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Big Timber is served by 2 school districts: Big Timber Elem, Sweet Grass County H S. These districts collectively serve 457 students.
Big Timber's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,326. The poverty rate in the area is 7.8%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 235 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70 students · 7th–8th | 6.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 152 students · 9th–12th | 6.3 |
Schools in Big Timber
Big Timber, Montana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,326
Median Home Value
$286,200
Median Rent
$1,061/mo
Population
3,131
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
75%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Community Profile
Big Timber has a median household income of $67,326. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $286,200, with a median rent of $1,061/month. The local poverty rate of 7.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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School Districts (2)
Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Big Timber, Montana
How many schools are in Big Timber, Montana?
Big Timber has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Big Timber, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Big Timber is 6.4 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 Big Timber, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Big Timber on MySchoolScout is Big Timber School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Big Timber, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Big Timber on MySchoolScout is Big Timber School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Big Timber, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Big Timber on MySchoolScout is Big Timber 7-8 with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Big Timber, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Big Timber on MySchoolScout is Sweet Grass Co High Schl with a composite score of 6.3/10.
How many school districts serve Big Timber, Montana?
Big Timber is served by 2 school districts: Big Timber Elem, Sweet Grass County H S.
What is the education level in Big Timber, Montana?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Big Timber have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Big Timber, Montana?
The median household income in Big Timber is approximately $67,326 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Big Timber, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Big Timber is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Big Timber, 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.