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6.0 avg / 10

Best Schools in Hot Springs, Montana

3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 6.0/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
6.0/10

50% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$31,458

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$174,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
21%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
70%

Of occupied housing units

How Hot Springs compares

Median household income

$31k

48% of Montana median

About Schools in Hot Springs, Montana

Hot Springs, 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 6.0 out of 10, schools in Hot Springs show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Hot Springs is Hot Springs High School with a composite score of 7.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Hot Springs is served by 1 school district: Hot Springs K-12. These districts collectively serve 159 students.

Hot Springs's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $31,458. The poverty rate in the area is 19.6%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 59845 (3)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 90 students · Pre-K–6th 4.8

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 18 students · 7th–8th

High Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 51 students · 9th–12th 7.3

Schools in Hot Springs

Hot Springs, Montana · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$31,458

Median Home Value

$174,200

Median Rent

$639/mo

Population

1,228

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

70%

Poverty Rate

19.6%

Community Profile

Hot Springs has a median household income of $31,458. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $174,200, with a median rent of $639/month. The area has a poverty rate of 19.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State
Montana
Total Schools
3
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
1
Districts
1
Avg Rating
6.0/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Hot Springs, Montana

How many schools are in Hot Springs, Montana?

Hot Springs has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Hot Springs, Montana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Hot Springs is 6.0 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Hot Springs, Montana?

The top-ranked school in Hot Springs on MySchoolScout is Hot Springs High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Hot Springs, Montana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Hot Springs on MySchoolScout is Hot Springs School with a composite score of 4.8/10.

What is the best high school in Hot Springs, Montana?

The top-ranked high school in Hot Springs on MySchoolScout is Hot Springs High School with a composite score of 7.3/10.

How many school districts serve Hot Springs, Montana?

Hot Springs is served by 1 school district: Hot Springs K-12.

What is the education level in Hot Springs, Montana?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Hot Springs have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Hot Springs, Montana?

The median household income in Hot Springs is approximately $31,458 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Hot Springs, Montana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Hot Springs 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 Hot Springs, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.