Best Schools in Cut Bank, Montana
9 schools · 7 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Cut Bank by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Anna Jeffries Elementary
Elementary · Cut Bank Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cut Bank High School
High · Cut Bank H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Cut Bank Middle School
Middle · Cut Bank Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Cut Bank for 2026 are Anna Jeffries Elementary (5.3/10), Cut Bank High School (4.0/10), and Cut Bank Middle School (3.0/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 4 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$161,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
3.7
out of 10
Median Home
$161,200
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Cut Bank
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Anna Jeffries Elementary | 5.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Cut Bank High School | 4.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Cut Bank Middle School | 3.0 / 10 |
| 4 | H C Davis Elementary | 2.6 / 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
- 3.7/10
- Median household income
- $59,219
- Median home value
- $161,200
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 18%
- 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 Cut Bank compares
Montana rank
#102 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-2.6
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$59k
89% of Montana median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Cut Bank, Montana
Cut Bank, Montana is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 7 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 3.7 out of 10, schools in Cut Bank face significant challenges 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 Cut Bank is Anna Jeffries Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Cut Bank is served by 3 school districts: Cut Bank Elem, Mountain View Elem, Cut Bank H S. These districts collectively serve 748 students.
Cut Bank's community shows 18% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $59,219. The poverty rate in the area is 23.9%.
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.
Elementary Schools
7 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 116 students · 4th–5th | 5.3 |
| 2 | 211 students · Pre-K–3rd | 2.6 |
| 3 | 8 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 4 | 23 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 5 | 10 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 6 | 14 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 7 | 9 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 159 students · 6th–8th | 3.0 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 198 students · 9th–12th | 4.0 |
Schools in Cut Bank
Cut Bank, Montana · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$59,219
Median Home Value
$161,200
Median Rent
$915/mo
Population
4,955
College Educated
18%
Homeownership
75%
Poverty Rate
23.9%
Community Profile
Cut Bank has a median household income of $59,219. It is a community where 18% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $161,200, with a median rent of $915/month. The area has a poverty rate of 23.9%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 7
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Cut Bank, Montana
How many schools are in Cut Bank, Montana?
Cut Bank has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Cut Bank, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Cut Bank is 3.7 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 Cut Bank, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Cut Bank on MySchoolScout is Anna Jeffries Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Cut Bank, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Cut Bank on MySchoolScout is Anna Jeffries Elementary with a composite score of 5.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Cut Bank, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Cut Bank on MySchoolScout is Cut Bank Middle School with a composite score of 3.0/10.
What is the best high school in Cut Bank, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Cut Bank on MySchoolScout is Cut Bank High School with a composite score of 4.0/10.
How many school districts serve Cut Bank, Montana?
Cut Bank is served by 3 school districts: Cut Bank Elem, Mountain View Elem, Cut Bank H S.
What is the education level in Cut Bank, Montana?
According to Census data, 18% of adults in Cut Bank have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Cut Bank, Montana?
The median household income in Cut Bank is approximately $59,219 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Cut Bank, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Cut Bank is 12.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Cut Bank, 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.