Best Schools in Deer Lodge, Montana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Deer Lodge 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.
O D Speer School
Elementary · Deer Lodge Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
E F Duvall 7-8
Middle · Deer Lodge Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Powell County High School
High · Powell County H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Deer Lodge for 2026 are O D Speer School (5.8/10), E F Duvall 7-8 (5.6/10), and Powell County High School (5.0/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$226,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
5.5
out of 10
Median Home
$226,600
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Deer Lodge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | O D Speer School | 5.8 / 10 |
| 2 | E F Duvall 7-8 | 5.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Powell County High School | 5.0 / 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
- 5.5/10
- Median household income
- $60,263
- Median home value
- $226,600
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 68%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Deer Lodge compares
Montana rank
#77 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.8
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$60k
91% of Montana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Deer Lodge, Montana
Deer Lodge, 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 5.5 out of 10, schools in Deer Lodge 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 Deer Lodge is O D Speer School with a composite score of 5.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Deer Lodge is served by 2 school districts: Deer Lodge Elem, Powell County H S. These districts collectively serve 607 students.
Deer Lodge's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $60,263. The poverty rate in the area is 6.8%.
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 | 326 students · Pre-K–6th | 5.8 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 98 students · 7th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 183 students · 9th–12th | 5.0 |
Schools in Deer Lodge
Deer Lodge, Montana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$60,263
Median Home Value
$226,600
Median Rent
$769/mo
Population
5,698
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
68%
Poverty Rate
6.8%
Community Profile
Deer Lodge has a median household income of $60,263. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $226,600, with a median rent of $769/month. The local poverty rate of 6.8% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Deer Lodge, Montana
How many schools are in Deer Lodge, Montana?
Deer Lodge has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Deer Lodge, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Deer Lodge is 5.5 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 Deer Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Deer Lodge on MySchoolScout is O D Speer School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best elementary school in Deer Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Deer Lodge on MySchoolScout is O D Speer School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
What is the best middle school in Deer Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Deer Lodge on MySchoolScout is E F Duvall 7-8 with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Deer Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Deer Lodge on MySchoolScout is Powell County High School with a composite score of 5.0/10.
How many school districts serve Deer Lodge, Montana?
Deer Lodge is served by 2 school districts: Deer Lodge Elem, Powell County H S.
What is the education level in Deer Lodge, Montana?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Deer Lodge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Deer Lodge, Montana?
The median household income in Deer Lodge is approximately $60,263 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Deer Lodge, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Deer Lodge is 13.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Deer Lodge, 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.