For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 131 students in Augusta, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in Augusta, MT are Augusta High School, Augusta Elementary School and Augusta 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Augusta, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Augusta have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Augusta, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Augusta High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
410 Broadway
Augusta, MT 59410
(406) 562-3384
Augusta, MT 59410
(406) 562-3384
Gr: 9-12 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Augusta Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
410 Broadway
Augusta, MT 59410
(406) 562-3384
Augusta, MT 59410
(406) 562-3384
Gr: PK-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #33.
Augusta 7-8
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
410 Broadway
Augusta, MT 59410
(406) 562-3384
Augusta, MT 59410
(406) 562-3384
Gr: 7-8 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Augusta, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Augusta, MT include Augusta High School, Augusta Elementary School and Augusta 7-8.
How many public schools are located in Augusta?
3 public schools are located in Augusta.
What is the racial composition of students in Augusta?
Augusta public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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