Best Schools in Custer, Montana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Custer by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Custer High School
High · Custer K-12 Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Custer School
Elementary · Custer K-12 Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$190,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$190,600
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Custer
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Custer High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Custer School | 6.0 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $70,250
- Median home value
- $190,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Custer compares
Median household income
$70k
106% of Montana median
About Schools in Custer, Montana
Custer, Montana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.3 out of 10, schools in Custer 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 Custer is Custer High School with a composite score of 6.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Custer is served by 1 school district: Custer K-12 Schools. These districts collectively serve 88 students.
Custer's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $70,250. The poverty rate in the area is 15.3%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 42 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.0 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in Custer
Custer, Montana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$70,250
Median Home Value
$190,600
Median Rent
$406/mo
Population
295
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Community Profile
Custer has a median household income of $70,250. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $190,600, with a median rent of $406/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.3%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
School District
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Custer, Montana
How many schools are in Custer, Montana?
Custer has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Custer, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Custer is 6.3 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 Custer, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Custer on MySchoolScout is Custer High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Custer, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Custer on MySchoolScout is Custer School with a composite score of 6.0/10.
What is the best high school in Custer, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Custer on MySchoolScout is Custer High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Custer, Montana?
Custer is served by 1 school district: Custer K-12 Schools.
What is the education level in Custer, Montana?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Custer have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Custer, Montana?
The median household income in Custer is approximately $70,250 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Custer, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Custer is 10.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Custer, 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.