For the 2024 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 288 students in Hays, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in Hays, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in Hays, MT are Hays-lodge Pole High School, Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 and Lodge Pole School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Hays, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Hays have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Hays, MT (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hays-lodge Pole High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
197 School Road
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Grades: 9-12
| 84 students
Rank: #22.
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
197 School Road
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Grades: 7-8
| 53 students
Rank: #33.
Lodge Pole School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
197 School Road
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Grades: PK-6
| 151 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Hays, MT?
The top ranked public schools in Hays, MT include Hays-lodge Pole High School, Hays-lodge Pole 7-8 and Lodge Pole School.
How many public schools are located in Hays, MT?
3 public schools are located in Hays, MT.
What percentage of students in Hays, MT go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in Hays, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in Hays, MT?
Hays, MT public schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 22% (majority American Indian).
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