Best Schools in Red Lodge, Montana
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Red Lodge by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Red Lodge High School
High · Red Lodge H S. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mountain View School
Elementary · Red Lodge Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Roosevelt Junior High
Middle · Red Lodge Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Red Lodge for 2026 are Red Lodge High School (7.0/10), Mountain View School (6.2/10), and Roosevelt Junior High (5.6/10), 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$413,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
6.3
out of 10
Median Home
$413,900
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Red Lodge
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Red Lodge High School | 7.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Mountain View School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Roosevelt Junior High | 5.6 / 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
- 6.3/10
- Median household income
- $63,704
- Median home value
- $413,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 47%
- Avg commute
- 21 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Red Lodge compares
Montana rank
#47 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.0
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$64k
96% of Montana median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Red Lodge, Montana
Red Lodge, 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 6.3 out of 10, schools in Red Lodge 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 Red Lodge is Red Lodge High School with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Red Lodge is served by 2 school districts: Red Lodge Elem, Red Lodge H S. These districts collectively serve 493 students.
Red Lodge's community shows 47% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $63,704. The poverty rate in the area is 4.7%.
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
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 194 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 123 students · 6th–8th | 5.6 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 176 students · 9th–12th | 7.0 |
Schools in Red Lodge
Red Lodge, Montana · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$63,704
Median Home Value
$413,900
Median Rent
$795/mo
Population
3,513
College Educated
47%
Homeownership
67%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Community Profile
Red Lodge has a median household income of $63,704. It is a well-educated community where 47% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $413,900, with a median rent of $795/month. The local poverty rate of 4.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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Nearby Cities
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Red Lodge, Montana
How many schools are in Red Lodge, Montana?
Red Lodge has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Red Lodge, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Red Lodge is 6.3 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 Red Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Red Lodge on MySchoolScout is Red Lodge High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Red Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Red Lodge on MySchoolScout is Mountain View School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Red Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Red Lodge on MySchoolScout is Roosevelt Junior High with a composite score of 5.6/10.
What is the best high school in Red Lodge, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Red Lodge on MySchoolScout is Red Lodge High School with a composite score of 7.0/10.
How many school districts serve Red Lodge, Montana?
Red Lodge is served by 2 school districts: Red Lodge Elem, Red Lodge H S.
What is the education level in Red Lodge, Montana?
According to Census data, 47% of adults in Red Lodge have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Red Lodge, Montana?
The median household income in Red Lodge is approximately $63,704 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Red Lodge, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Red Lodge is 14.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Red Lodge, 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.