Best Schools in Dillon, Montana
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Dillon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Parkview School
Elementary · Dillon Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Dillon Middle School
Middle · Dillon Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Beaverhead Co High School
High · Beaverhead 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 Dillon for 2026 are Parkview School (7.5/10), Dillon Middle School (6.7/10), and Beaverhead Co High School (4.5/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$279,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
6.2
out of 10
Median Home
$279,000
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Dillon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Parkview School | 7.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Dillon Middle School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Beaverhead Co High School | 4.5 / 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
- 6.2/10
- Median household income
- $57,967
- Median home value
- $279,000
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 37%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 65%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Dillon compares
Montana rank
#48 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.1
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$58k
88% of Montana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Dillon, Montana
Dillon, Montana is home to 5 schools, including 5 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.2 out of 10, schools in Dillon 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 Dillon is Parkview School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Dillon is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 1,135 students.
Dillon's community shows 37% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $57,967. The poverty rate in the area is 15.1%.
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
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 516 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 2 | 9 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
| 3 | 7 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 267 students · 6th–8th | 6.7 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 336 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 |
Schools in Dillon
Dillon, Montana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$57,967
Median Home Value
$279,000
Median Rent
$804/mo
Population
8,223
College Educated
37%
Homeownership
65%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Community Profile
Dillon has a median household income of $57,967. It is an area where 37% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $279,000, with a median rent of $804/month. The area has a poverty rate of 15.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 3
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Dillon, Montana
How many schools are in Dillon, Montana?
Dillon has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Dillon, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Dillon is 6.2 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 Dillon, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Dillon on MySchoolScout is Parkview School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Dillon, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Dillon on MySchoolScout is Parkview School with a composite score of 7.5/10.
What is the best middle school in Dillon, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Dillon on MySchoolScout is Dillon Middle School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
What is the best high school in Dillon, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Dillon on MySchoolScout is Beaverhead Co High School with a composite score of 4.5/10.
How many school districts serve Dillon, Montana?
Dillon is served by 4 school districts: Beaverhead County H S, Dillon Elem, Grant Elem, Polaris Elem.
What is the education level in Dillon, Montana?
According to Census data, 37% of adults in Dillon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Dillon, Montana?
The median household income in Dillon is approximately $57,967 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Dillon, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Dillon is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Dillon, 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.