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5.6 avg / 10

Best Schools in Box Elder, Montana

6 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High

Public: 6
Districts: 4
Avg Rating: 5.6/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.6/10

17% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$45,345

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$67,800

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
17%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
41%

Of occupied housing units

How Box Elder compares

Montana rank

#76 of 102

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.7

below Montana avg (6.3)

Median household income

$45k

68% of Montana median

Schools in this city

6

About Schools in Box Elder, Montana

Box Elder, Montana is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.6 out of 10, schools in Box Elder show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Box Elder is Box Elder High School with a composite score of 7.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Box Elder is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 972 students.

Box Elder's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $45,345. The poverty rate in the area is 34.2%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 59521 (6)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 367 students · Pre-K–8th 5.1
2 234 students · Pre-K–6th 4.8

Middle Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 67 students · 7th–8th 5.5
2 58 students · 7th–8th 4.7

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 100 students · 9th–12th 7.1
2 146 students · 9th–12th 6.4

Schools in Box Elder

Box Elder, Montana · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$45,345

Median Home Value

$67,800

Median Rent

$374/mo

Population

3,616

College Educated

17%

Homeownership

41%

Poverty Rate

34.2%

Community Profile

Box Elder has a median household income of $45,345. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $67,800, with a median rent of $374/month. The area has a poverty rate of 34.2%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Montana
Total Schools
6
Elementary
2
Middle
2
High
2
Districts
4
Avg Rating
5.6/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Box Elder, Montana

How many schools are in Box Elder, Montana?

Box Elder has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Box Elder, Montana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Box Elder is 5.6 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Box Elder, Montana?

The top-ranked school in Box Elder on MySchoolScout is Box Elder High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best elementary school in Box Elder, Montana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Box Elder on MySchoolScout is Rocky Boy School with a composite score of 5.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Box Elder, Montana?

The top-ranked middle school in Box Elder on MySchoolScout is Rocky Boy 7-8 with a composite score of 5.5/10.

What is the best high school in Box Elder, Montana?

The top-ranked high school in Box Elder on MySchoolScout is Box Elder High School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

How many school districts serve Box Elder, Montana?

Box Elder is served by 4 school districts: Box Elder Elem, Box Elder H S, Rocky Boy Elem, Rocky Boy H S.

What is the education level in Box Elder, Montana?

According to Census data, 17% of adults in Box Elder have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Box Elder, Montana?

The median household income in Box Elder is approximately $45,345 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Box Elder, Montana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Box Elder is 11.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Box Elder, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.