Best Schools in Scobey, Montana
4 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High
Choosing a school in Scobey?
Use this page to compare every school in Scobey by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Scobey School
Elementary · Scobey K-12 Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Scobey High School
High · Scobey K-12 Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Scobey 7-8
Middle · Scobey K-12 Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Scobey for 2026 are Scobey School (7.9/10), Scobey High School (6.7/10), and Scobey 7-8 (6.2/10), 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
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$184,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
4
3 public · 1 private
Avg Score
6.0
out of 10
Median Home
$184,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Top-Rated Schools in Scobey
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scobey School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Scobey High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Scobey 7-8 | 6.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online | 3.4 / 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
- 6.0/10
- Median household income
- $53,438
- Median home value
- $184,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 26%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 80%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Scobey compares
Montana rank
#57 of 102
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Montana avg (6.3)
Median household income
$53k
81% of Montana median
Schools in this city
4
About Schools in Scobey, Montana
Scobey, Montana is home to 4 schools, including 3 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.0 out of 10, schools in Scobey 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 Scobey is Scobey School with a composite score of 7.9/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Scobey is served by 1 school district: Scobey K-12 Schools. These districts collectively serve 277 students.
Scobey's community shows 26% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,438. The poverty rate in the area is 10.6%.
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.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 149 students · Pre-K–6th | 7.9 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 51 students · 7th–8th | 6.2 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 77 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 | ||
| 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 | 194 students · 7th–12th | 3.4 | ||
Schools in Scobey
Scobey, Montana · 4 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$53,438
Median Home Value
$184,400
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
1,190
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
80%
Poverty Rate
10.6%
Community Profile
Scobey has a median household income of $53,438. It is an area where 26% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $184,400, with a median rent of $585/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.6%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
Resources
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Scobey, Montana
How many schools are in Scobey, Montana?
Scobey has 4 schools, including 3 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Scobey, Montana?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Scobey is 6.0 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 Scobey, Montana?
The top-ranked school in Scobey on MySchoolScout is Scobey School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best elementary school in Scobey, Montana?
The top-ranked elementary school in Scobey on MySchoolScout is Scobey School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
What is the best middle school in Scobey, Montana?
The top-ranked middle school in Scobey on MySchoolScout is Scobey 7-8 with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Scobey, Montana?
The top-ranked high school in Scobey on MySchoolScout is Scobey High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Scobey, Montana?
Scobey is served by 1 school district: Scobey K-12 Schools.
What is the education level in Scobey, Montana?
According to Census data, 26% of adults in Scobey have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Scobey, Montana?
The median household income in Scobey is approximately $53,438 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Scobey, Montana?
Yes, Scobey has 1 private school alongside 3 public schools. The top-rated private school is Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online with a score of 3.4/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Scobey, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Scobey is 32.4:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Scobey, 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.