Darby K-12 Schools School District
School District · Darby, Montana
Avg Rating
4.7
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Avg Rating
4.7
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
How this district compares
Montana rank
#140 of 153
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-1.7
below Montana avg
Per-pupil spending
$15,285
+$2,017 vs Montana median
District size
337 students
Typical than Montana median
The short answer
Darby K-12 Schools ranks #140 of 153 Montana districts by overall school rating. Darby K-12 Schools's schools with real test data average 4.7/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are Darby School (4.9/10), Darby 7-8 (4.6/10), and Darby High School (4.5/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Darby K-12 Schools
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating 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 | Darby School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 2 | Darby 7-8 | 4.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Darby High School | 4.5 / 10 |
See all 3 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Darby K-12 Schools
Darby K-12 Schools is a Darby, Montana school district serving 3 schools.The district educates 337 students with a student-teacher ratio of 13:1. District-level spending was $15,285 per student in fiscal year 2023 (NCES F-33).
With an average rating of 4.7/10, Darby K-12 Schools demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Darby School, which has a composite score of 4.9/10.
In standardized testing, Darby K-12 Schools students show an average math proficiency of 35.0% and ELA proficiency of 48.5%.
The district includes 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Darby K-12 Schools, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Darby K-12 Schools with test data.
Schools in Darby K-12 Schools
3 schoolsDistrict Details
- State
- Montana
- City
- Darby
- Total Enrollment
- 337
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- District spending per student
- $15,285NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- Child poverty rate
- 17.3%Census SAIPE · 2024
- District directory year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Darby K-12 Schools?
Darby K-12 Schools has 3 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Darby K-12 Schools?
The average composite rating for Darby K-12 Schools is 4.7/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the district spending per student in Darby K-12 Schools?
Darby K-12 Schools's district-level spending was $15,285 per student in fiscal year 2023, according to NCES F-33. This is district context, not an individual-school expense.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Darby K-12 Schools?
The average student-teacher ratio in Darby K-12 Schools is 13:1.
What is the top-rated school in Darby K-12 Schools?
Darby School is the highest-rated school in Darby K-12 Schools with a composite score of 4.9/10.
What are the test scores in Darby K-12 Schools?
Across schools in Darby K-12 Schools with test data, the average math proficiency is 35.0% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 48.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Darby K-12 Schools compare to other districts in Montana?
Darby K-12 Schools has an average school rating of 4.7/10 across 3 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Montana by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 4.7/10
- Math Proficiency
- 35.0%
- ELA Proficiency
- 48.5%
How we rate schools
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Compare Darby K-12 Schools with neighboring districts in the state.
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- Bozeman Elem (11)
- Browning Elem (7)
- Butte Elem (7)
- Cut Bank Elem (7)
- Kalispell Elem (7)
- Centerville Elem (5)
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- East Helena K-12 (5)
- Hardin Elem (5)
- Miles City Elem (5)
- Baker K-12 Schools (4)
- Belgrade Elem (4)
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- Frenchtown K-12 Schools (4)
- Hamilton K-12 Schools (4)
- Havre Elem (4)
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- Laurel Elem (4)
- Lewistown Elem (4)
- Lockwood K-12 (4)
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.
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