Best Schools in Heart Butte, Montana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Heart Butte High School
High · Heart Butte K-12 Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Heart Butte Elementary
Elementary · Heart Butte K-12 Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$47,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.1
out of 10
Median Home
$47,500
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Heart Butte
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (2 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Heart Butte High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Heart Butte Elementary | 6.3 / 10 |
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Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.1/10
- Median household income
- $29,318
- Median home value
- $47,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 12%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 49%
50% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Heart Butte compares
Median household income
$29k
44% of Montana median
About Schools in Heart Butte, Montana
Heart Butte, 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 7.1 out of 10, schools in Heart Butte 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 Heart Butte is Heart Butte High School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Heart Butte is served by 1 school district: Heart Butte K-12 Schools. These districts collectively serve 197 students.
Heart Butte's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $29,318. The poverty rate in the area is 38.4%.
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 | 96 students · Pre-K–6th | 6.3 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 28 students · 6th–8th | — |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 73 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 |
Schools in Heart Butte
Heart Butte, Montana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$29,318
Median Home Value
$47,500
Median Rent
$457/mo
Population
647
College Educated
12%
Homeownership
49%
Poverty Rate
38.4%
Community Profile
Heart Butte has a median household income of $29,318. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $47,500, with a median rent of $457/month. The area has a poverty rate of 38.4%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. 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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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Heart Butte, Montana
How many schools are in Heart Butte, Montana?
Heart Butte has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Heart Butte, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Heart Butte is 7.1 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 Heart Butte, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Heart Butte on MySchoolScout is Heart Butte High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Heart Butte, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Heart Butte on MySchoolScout is Heart Butte Elementary with a composite score of 6.3/10.
What is the best high school in Heart Butte, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Heart Butte on MySchoolScout is Heart Butte High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Heart Butte, Montana?
Heart Butte is served by 1 school district: Heart Butte K-12 Schools.
What is the education level in Heart Butte, Montana?
According to Census data, 12% of adults in Heart Butte have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Heart Butte, Montana?
The median household income in Heart Butte is approximately $29,318 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Heart Butte, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Heart Butte is 9.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Heart Butte, 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.