Best Schools in Bigfork, Montana
5 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Bigfork by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Bigfork High School
High · Bigfork H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Swan River 6-8
Middle · Swan River Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Bigfork 7-8
Middle · Bigfork Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Bigfork for 2026 are Bigfork High School (6.6/10), Swan River 6-8 (6.2/10), and Bigfork 7-8 (6.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$608,000
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.6
out of 10
Median Home
$608,000
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Bigfork
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bigfork High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Swan River 6-8 | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Bigfork 7-8 | 6.0 / 10 |
| 4 | Bigfork Elementary | 5.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Swan River School | 3.3 / 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
- 5.6/10
- Median household income
- $81,846
- Median home value
- $608,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 51%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 85%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Bigfork compares
Montana rank
#71 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$82k
124% of Montana median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Bigfork, Montana
Bigfork, Montana is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Bigfork 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 Bigfork is Bigfork High School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Bigfork is served by 3 school districts: Bigfork Elem, Bigfork H S, Swan River Elem. These districts collectively serve 1,130 students.
Bigfork's community shows 51% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $81,846. The poverty rate in the area is 6.6%.
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 | 445 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 |
| 2 | 111 students · Pre-K–5th | 3.3 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 69 students · 6th–8th | 6.2 |
| 2 | 153 students · 7th–8th | 6.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 352 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Bigfork
Bigfork, Montana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$81,846
Median Home Value
$608,000
Median Rent
$1,158/mo
Population
9,316
College Educated
51%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
6.6%
Community Profile
Bigfork has a median household income of $81,846. It is a well-educated community where 51% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $608,000, with a median rent of $1,158/month. The local poverty rate of 6.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Bigfork, Montana
How many schools are in Bigfork, Montana?
Bigfork has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Bigfork, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Bigfork is 5.6 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 Bigfork, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Bigfork on MySchoolScout is Bigfork High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Bigfork, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Bigfork on MySchoolScout is Bigfork Elementary with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Bigfork, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Bigfork on MySchoolScout is Swan River 6-8 with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Bigfork, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Bigfork on MySchoolScout is Bigfork High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Bigfork, Montana?
Bigfork is served by 3 school districts: Bigfork Elem, Bigfork H S, Swan River Elem.
What is the education level in Bigfork, Montana?
According to Census data, 51% of adults in Bigfork have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Bigfork, Montana?
The median household income in Bigfork is approximately $81,846 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Bigfork, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Bigfork is 16.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Bigfork, 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.