Best Schools in Chinook, Montana
6 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in Chinook?
Use this page to compare every school in Chinook by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Chinook High School
High · Chinook H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Meadowlark School
Elementary · Chinook Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Chinook 7-8
Middle · Chinook Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Chinook for 2026 are Chinook High School (5.2/10), Meadowlark School (4.3/10), and Chinook 7-8 (3.8/10), 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
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$200,700
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
4.4
out of 10
Median Home
$200,700
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Chinook
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Chinook High School | 5.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Meadowlark School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Chinook 7-8 | 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
- 4.4/10
- Median household income
- $74,107
- Median home value
- $200,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 39%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Chinook compares
Montana rank
#99 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.9
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$74k
112% of Montana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Chinook, Montana
Chinook, Montana is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 4.4 out of 10, schools in Chinook 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 Chinook is Chinook High School with a composite score of 5.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Chinook is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 347 students.
Chinook's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $74,107. The poverty rate in the area is 9.0%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 149 students · Pre-K–6th | 4.3 |
| 2 | 11 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 3 | 7 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 4 | 7 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 55 students · 7th–8th | 3.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 118 students · 9th–12th | 5.2 |
Schools in Chinook
Chinook, Montana · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$74,107
Median Home Value
$200,700
Median Rent
$739/mo
Population
2,281
College Educated
39%
Homeownership
73%
Poverty Rate
9.0%
Community Profile
Chinook has a median household income of $74,107. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $200,700, with a median rent of $739/month. The local poverty rate of 9.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Chinook, Montana
How many schools are in Chinook, Montana?
Chinook has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Chinook, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Chinook is 4.4 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 Chinook, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Chinook on MySchoolScout is Chinook High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Chinook, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Chinook on MySchoolScout is Meadowlark School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Chinook, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Chinook on MySchoolScout is Chinook 7-8 with a composite score of 3.8/10.
What is the best high school in Chinook, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Chinook on MySchoolScout is Chinook High School with a composite score of 5.2/10.
How many school districts serve Chinook, Montana?
Chinook is served by 4 school districts: Bear Paw Elem, Cleveland Elem, Chinook Elem, Chinook H S.
What is the education level in Chinook, Montana?
According to Census data, 39% of adults in Chinook have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Chinook, Montana?
The median household income in Chinook is approximately $74,107 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Chinook, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Chinook is 10.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Chinook, 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.