For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 88 students in Custer, MT.
The top ranked public schools in Custer, MT are Custer 7-8, Custer High School and Custer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Custer, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Custer have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools in Custer, MT (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Custer 7-8
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
304 4th Avenue
Custer, MT 59024
(406) 856-4117
Custer, MT 59024
(406) 856-4117
Gr: 7-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Custer High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
304 4th Avenue
Custer, MT 59024
(406) 856-4117
Custer, MT 59024
(406) 856-4117
Gr: 9-12 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #33.
Custer School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
304 4th Avenue
Custer, MT 59024
(406) 856-4117
Custer, MT 59024
(406) 856-4117
Gr: PK-6 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Custer, MT?
The top ranked public schools in Custer, MT include Custer 7-8, Custer High School and Custer School.
How many public schools are located in Custer?
3 public schools are located in Custer.
What is the racial composition of students in Custer?
Custer public schools minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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