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3.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Vaughn, Montana

3 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle

Public: 3
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 3.8/10
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Vaughn School

3.8/10

Elementary · Vaughn Elem. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

Schools

3

in this city

Avg Score

3.8

out of 10

Median Home

$213,200

home value · ACS

District

1

serving the city

Top-Rated Schools in Vaughn

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (1 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

# School Rating
1 Vaughn School 3.8 / 10

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Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
3.8/10

0% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$53,894

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$213,200

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
12%

Adults 25+

Owner-occupied homes
85%

Of occupied housing units

How Vaughn compares

Median household income

$54k

81% of Montana median

About Schools in Vaughn, Montana

Vaughn, Montana is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school.

With an average rating of 3.8 out of 10, schools in Vaughn face significant challenges 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 Vaughn is Vaughn School with a composite score of 3.8/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Vaughn is served by 1 school district: Vaughn Elem. These districts collectively serve 143 students.

Vaughn's community shows 12% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $53,894. The poverty rate in the area is 18.1%.

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: 59487 (3)

Elementary Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 112 students · Pre-K–6th 3.8
2 12 students · Pre-K–8th

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 19 students · 7th–8th

Schools in Vaughn

Vaughn, Montana · 3 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$53,894

Median Home Value

$213,200

Median Rent

$891/mo

Population

1,466

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

85%

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Community Profile

Vaughn has a median household income of $53,894. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $213,200, with a median rent of $891/month. The area has a poverty rate of 18.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Vaughn, Montana

How many schools are in Vaughn, Montana?

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

What is the average school rating in Vaughn, Montana?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Vaughn is 3.8 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 Vaughn, Montana?

The top-ranked school in Vaughn on MySchoolScout is Vaughn School with a composite score of 3.8/10.

What is the best elementary school in Vaughn, Montana?

The top-ranked elementary school in Vaughn on MySchoolScout is Vaughn School with a composite score of 3.8/10.

How many school districts serve Vaughn, Montana?

Vaughn is served by 1 school district: Vaughn Elem.

What is the education level in Vaughn, Montana?

According to Census data, 12% of adults in Vaughn have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Vaughn, Montana?

The median household income in Vaughn is approximately $53,894 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Vaughn, Montana?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Vaughn is 12.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Vaughn, 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.