Best Schools in Fairview, Montana
5 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Fairview 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.
East Fairview Elementary School
Elementary · Yellowstone 14. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fairview High School
High · Fairview H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fairview School
Elementary · Fairview Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Fairview for 2026 are East Fairview Elementary School (9.6/10), Fairview High School (7.2/10), and Fairview School (4.8/10), 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
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$235,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
5
in this city
Avg Score
5.8
out of 10
Median Home
$235,100
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Fairview
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 5). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | East Fairview Elementary School | 9.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Fairview High School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Fairview School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Fairview 6-8 | 3.9 / 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
- 5.8/10
- Median household income
- $65,625
- Median home value
- $235,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 17%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 81%
40% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Fairview compares
Montana rank
#64 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.5
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$66k
99% of Montana median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Fairview, Montana
Fairview, 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 5.8 out of 10, schools in Fairview 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 Fairview is East Fairview Elementary School with a composite score of 9.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Fairview is served by 3 school districts: Fairview Elem, Fairview H S, YELLOWSTONE 14. These districts collectively serve 428 students.
Fairview's community shows 17% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $65,625. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
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 | 66 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.6 |
| 2 | 122 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.8 |
| 3 | 79 students · Kindergarten–8th | 3.7 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 57 students · 6th–8th | 3.9 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 104 students · 9th–12th | 7.2 |
Schools in Fairview
Fairview, Montana · 5 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$65,625
Median Home Value
$235,100
Median Rent
$880/mo
Population
1,878
College Educated
17%
Homeownership
81%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Fairview has a median household income of $65,625. It is a community where 17% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $235,100, with a median rent of $880/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 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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Common questions about schools in Fairview, Montana
How many schools are in Fairview, Montana?
Fairview has 5 schools, including 5 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Fairview, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Fairview is 5.8 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 Fairview, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Fairview on MySchoolScout is East Fairview Elementary School with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Fairview, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Fairview on MySchoolScout is East Fairview Elementary School with a composite score of 9.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Fairview, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Fairview on MySchoolScout is Fairview 6-8 with a composite score of 3.9/10.
What is the best high school in Fairview, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Fairview on MySchoolScout is Fairview High School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
How many school districts serve Fairview, Montana?
Fairview is served by 3 school districts: Fairview Elem, Fairview H S, Yellowstone 14.
What is the education level in Fairview, Montana?
According to Census data, 17% of adults in Fairview have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Fairview, Montana?
The median household income in Fairview is approximately $65,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Fairview, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Fairview is 24.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Fairview, 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.