Best Schools in Box Elder, Montana
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 2 Middle · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Box Elder by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Box Elder High School
High · Box Elder H S. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Box Elder School
Elementary · Box Elder Elem. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Box Elder 7-8
Middle · Box Elder Elem. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Box Elder for 2026 are Box Elder High School (7.0/10), Box Elder School (5.3/10), and Box Elder 7-8 (4.6/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$67,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.8
out of 10
Median Home
$67,800
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Box Elder
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Box Elder High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Box Elder School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Box Elder 7-8 | 4.6 / 10 |
| 4 | Rocky Boy 7-8 | 4.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Rocky Boy School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Rocky Boy High School | 3.8 / 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
- 4.8/10
- Median household income
- $45,345
- Median home value
- $67,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 41%
17% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Box Elder compares
Montana rank
#94 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.5
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 4.8 out of 10, schools in Box Elder 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 Box Elder is Box Elder High School with a composite score of 7.0/10, 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.
Elementary Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 234 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 367 students · Pre-K–8th | 4.0 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 58 students · 7th–8th | 4.6 |
| 2 | 67 students · 7th–8th | 4.3 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 100 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
| 2 | 146 students · 9th–12th | 3.8 |
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.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 2
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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 4.8 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 Box Elder, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Box Elder on MySchoolScout is Box Elder High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Box Elder, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Box Elder on MySchoolScout is Box Elder School with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Box Elder, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Box Elder on MySchoolScout is Box Elder 7-8 with a composite score of 4.6/10.
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 7.0/10.
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 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.