For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 516 students in Boulder, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in Boulder, MT are Boulder Elementary School, Boulder 7-8 and Jefferson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Boulder, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Boulder have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Boulder, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boulder Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 So Washington
Boulder, MT 59632
(406) 225-3316
Boulder, MT 59632
(406) 225-3316
Gr: PK-6 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Boulder 7-8
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 S Washington
Boulder, MT 59632
(406) 225-3316
Boulder, MT 59632
(406) 225-3316
Gr: 7-8 | 53 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
312 South Main
Boulder, MT 59632
(406) 225-3317
Boulder, MT 59632
(406) 225-3317
Gr: 9-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Boulder, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Boulder, MT include Boulder Elementary School, Boulder 7-8 and Jefferson High School.
How many public schools are located in Boulder?
3 public schools are located in Boulder.
What is the racial composition of students in Boulder?
Boulder public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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