Best Schools in Busby, Montana
1 schools · 1 Other
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$116,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$116,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $60,188
- Median home value
- $116,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 21%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 75%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Busby compares
Median household income
$60k
91% of Montana median
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School runs Busby's public schools
1 public school. Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Busby is a Northern Cheyenne Tribal School school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Busby, Montana
Busby, Montana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span .
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Busby show moderate performance 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 Busby is Northern Cheyenne Tribal School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Busby is served by 1 school district: Northern Cheyenne Tribal School. These districts collectively serve 178 students.
Busby's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,188. The poverty rate in the area is 22.9%.
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.
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 178 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Busby
Busby, Montana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,188
Median Home Value
$116,700
Median Rent
$349/mo
Population
944
College Educated
21%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
22.9%
Community Profile
Busby has a median household income of $60,188. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $116,700, with a median rent of $349/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Common questions about schools in Busby, Montana
How many schools are in Busby, Montana?
Busby has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Busby, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Busby is 5.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Busby, Montana?
Busby is served by 1 school district: Northern Cheyenne Tribal School.
What is the education level in Busby, Montana?
According to Census data, 21% of adults in Busby have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Busby, Montana?
The median household income in Busby is approximately $60,188 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Busby, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Busby is 9.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Busby, 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.