Best Schools in Dayton, Montana
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Dayton School
Elementary · Upper West Shore Elem. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$937,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
7.5
out of 10
Median Home
$937,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dayton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 rated schools; 1 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dayton School | 7.5 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.5/10
- Median household income
- $85,156
- Median home value
- $937,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 41%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Dayton compares
Median household income
$85k
129% of Montana median
Upper West Shore Elem runs Dayton's public schools
1 public school. Upper West Shore Elem is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Dayton is a Upper West Shore Elem school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Dayton, Montana
Dayton, Montana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 7.5 out of 10, schools in Dayton perform strongly 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 Dayton is Dayton School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dayton is served by 1 school district: Upper West Shore Elem. These districts collectively serve 49 students.
Dayton's community shows 41% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $85,156. The poverty rate in the area is 13.2%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 49 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.5 |
Schools in Dayton
Dayton, Montana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$85,156
Median Home Value
$937,500
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
379
College Educated
41%
Homeownership
70%
Poverty Rate
13.2%
Community Profile
Dayton has a median household income of $85,156. It is a well-educated community where 41% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $937,500, with a median rent of $1,175/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.2%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Dayton, Montana
How many schools are in Dayton, Montana?
Dayton has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dayton, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dayton is 7.5 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 Dayton, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Dayton School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dayton, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dayton on MySchoolScout is Dayton School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
How many school districts serve Dayton, Montana?
Dayton is served by 1 school district: Upper West Shore Elem.
What is the education level in Dayton, Montana?
According to Census data, 41% of adults in Dayton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dayton, Montana?
The median household income in Dayton is approximately $85,156 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dayton, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dayton is 8.2:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dayton, 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.