Best Schools in Harlowton, Montana
4 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Harlowton by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Hillcrest School
Elementary · Harlowton K-12. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Harlowton High School
High · Harlowton K-12. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$186,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
8.8
out of 10
Median Home
$186,700
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Harlowton
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hillcrest School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Harlowton High School | 8.3 / 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
- 8.8/10
- Median household income
- $50,859
- Median home value
- $186,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 16%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 72%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Harlowton compares
Median household income
$51k
77% of Montana median
About Schools in Harlowton, Montana
Harlowton, Montana is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 8.8 out of 10, schools in Harlowton perform strongly 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 Harlowton is Hillcrest School with a composite score of 9.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Harlowton is served by 1 school district: Harlowton K-12. These districts collectively serve 267 students.
Harlowton's community shows 16% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $50,859. The poverty rate in the area is 22.7%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 169 students · Pre-K–8th | 9.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Springwater Colony School
Private
22 students · Kindergarten–8th | — | ||
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 students · 7th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 70 students · 9th–12th | 8.3 |
Schools in Harlowton
Harlowton, Montana · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$50,859
Median Home Value
$186,700
Median Rent
$778/mo
Population
1,530
College Educated
16%
Homeownership
72%
Poverty Rate
22.7%
Community Profile
Harlowton has a median household income of $50,859. It is a community where 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $186,700, with a median rent of $778/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
Resources
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Common questions about schools in Harlowton, Montana
How many schools are in Harlowton, Montana?
Harlowton has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Harlowton, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Harlowton is 8.8 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 Harlowton, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Harlowton on MySchoolScout is Hillcrest School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Harlowton, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Harlowton on MySchoolScout is Hillcrest School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best high school in Harlowton, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Harlowton on MySchoolScout is Harlowton High School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
How many school districts serve Harlowton, Montana?
Harlowton is served by 1 school district: Harlowton K-12.
What is the education level in Harlowton, Montana?
According to Census data, 16% of adults in Harlowton have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Harlowton, Montana?
The median household income in Harlowton is approximately $50,859 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Harlowton, Montana?
Yes, Harlowton has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harlowton, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Harlowton is 11.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Harlowton, 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.