Best Schools in Wise River, Montana
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$440,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
Pending
test data coming
Median Home
$440,400
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Median household income
- $55,625
- Median home value
- $440,400
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 33%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 92%
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Wise River compares
Median household income
$56k
84% of Montana median
About Schools in Wise River, Montana
Wise River, Montana is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
Wise River is served by 1 school district: Wise River Elem. These districts collectively serve 8 students.
Wise River's community shows 33% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $55,625. The poverty rate in the area is 22.0%.
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 | 8 students · Pre-K–8th | — |
Schools in Wise River
Wise River, Montana · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$55,625
Median Home Value
$440,400
Median Rent
$788/mo
Population
223
College Educated
33%
Homeownership
92%
Poverty Rate
22.0%
Community Profile
Wise River has a median household income of $55,625. It is an area where 33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $440,400, with a median rent of $788/month. The area has a poverty rate of 22.0%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Montana
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Wise River, Montana
How many schools are in Wise River, Montana?
Wise River has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
How many school districts serve Wise River, Montana?
Wise River is served by 1 school district: Wise River Elem.
What is the education level in Wise River, Montana?
According to Census data, 33% of adults in Wise River have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Wise River, Montana?
The median household income in Wise River is approximately $55,625 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Wise River, Montana?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Wise River is 8.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Wise River, 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.