Harlowton K-12 School District
School District · Harlowton, Montana
Avg Rating
8.8
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,101
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Avg Rating
8.8
out of 10
Schools
3
1 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$19,101
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
How this district compares
Montana rank
#1 of 153
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+2.5
above Montana avg
Per-pupil spending
$19,101
+$5,833 vs Montana median
District size
267 students
Smaller than Montana median
About Harlowton K-12
Harlowton K-12 is a Harlowton, Montana school district serving 3 schools. The district educates 267 students with a student-teacher ratio of 10.3:1. The district invests $19,101 per student annually.
With an average rating of 8.8/10, Harlowton K-12 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Hillcrest School, which has a composite score of 9.1/10.
In standardized testing, Harlowton K-12 students show an average math proficiency of 28.4% and ELA proficiency of 41.9%.
The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Harlowton K-12, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Harlowton K-12 with test data.
Schools in Harlowton K-12
3 schools Elementary Schools 1
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Montana
- City
- Harlowton
- Total Enrollment
- 267
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Harlowton K-12?
Harlowton K-12 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 Harlowton K-12?
The average composite rating for Harlowton K-12 is 8.8/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Harlowton K-12?
Harlowton K-12 spends $19,101 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Harlowton K-12?
The average student-teacher ratio in Harlowton K-12 is 10.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in Harlowton K-12?
Hillcrest School is the highest-rated school in Harlowton K-12 with a composite score of 9.1/10.
What are the test scores in Harlowton K-12?
Across schools in Harlowton K-12 with test data, the average math proficiency is 28.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 41.9%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Harlowton K-12 compare to other districts in Montana?
Harlowton K-12 has an average school rating of 8.8/10 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 are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 8.8/10
- Math Proficiency
- 28.4%
- ELA Proficiency
- 41.9%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Harlowton K-12 with neighboring districts in the state.
- Billings Elem (28)
- Great Falls Elem (17)
- Helena Elem (13)
- Missoula Elem (12)
- Bozeman Elem (11)
- Cut Bank Elem (7)
- Browning Elem (7)
- Butte Elem (7)
- Kalispell Elem (7)
- Dutton/brady K-12 Schools (5)
- East Helena K-12 (5)
- Hardin Elem (5)
- Miles City Elem (5)
- Centerville Elem (5)
- Lockwood K-12 (4)
- Baker K-12 Schools (4)
- Belgrade Elem (4)
- Corvallis K-12 Schools (4)
- Frenchtown K-12 Schools (4)
- Hamilton K-12 Schools (4)
- Havre Elem (4)
- Hellgate Elem (4)
- Laurel Elem (4)
- Lewistown Elem (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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