Needs Improvement

#58 of 60 private schools in MT

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online

High School

306 1ST AVE W, Scobey, MT 59263

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

80.8:1

Score

3.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

80.8:1

Score

3.4

Grades

7th – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#58 of 60

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About Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online is a private high school in Scobey, MT. Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 80.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10 and ranks #58 of 60 private schools in MT.

How it compares2.7 pts below MT schools

3.4

This school 3.4 · Needs Improvement
MT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 194 students, Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online runs 80.8:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online compares to the 3 public schools in Scobey, MT

Student-Teacher Ratio

80.8:1

This School

16.3:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

194

This School

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

3.4

This School

6.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 96.4% vs 0%

Black 0.5% vs 0%

Asian 0.5% vs 0%

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online Scobey Public Avg

All Schools in Scobey

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online (this school)	—	194	80.8:1	3.4
Scobey School	0.4 mi	149	12.4:1	7.9
Scobey High School	0.4 mi	77	11:1	6.7
Scobey 7-8	0.4 mi	51	25.5:1	6.2

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in MT.

Classroom Attention

C- 1.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 80.8:1

Instructional Commitment

D 1.3 / 10

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School Day Length 3 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 570

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 3.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 2%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A 8.6 / 10

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Enrollment 194

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in MT

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 96.4%

Native American 2.6%

Black 0.5%

Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

306 1ST AVE W, Scobey, MT 59263

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Scobey School (rated 7.9/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Scobey High School (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scobey 7-8 (rated 6.2/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Scobey, see our Scobey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

3 within 0.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Scobey School Scobey	0.4 mi	149	7.9
Scobey High School Scobey	0.4 mi	77	6.7
Scobey 7-8 Scobey	0.4 mi	51	6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59263 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$53,438

Median Home Value

$184,400

Median Rent

$585/mo

Population

1,190

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

79.7%

Poverty Rate

10.6%

Median Age

48.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online

What grades does Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online serve?

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online serves students in grades 7th through 12th.

How many students attend Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online?

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online?

The student-teacher ratio at Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online is 80.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online rank in MT?

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online ranks #58 of 60 private schools in MT.

What is Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online's MySchoolScout rating?

Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online a private school?

Yes, Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online a religious school?

No, Nelson Academy of Agricultural Sciences Online is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.