Middle Schools in Dillon Elementary

Summary:

Dillon Middle School is the sole middle school serving the Dillon Elementary School District in Montana. This standout institution ranks 43rd out of 222 middle schools in the state and has consistently high academic performance, exceeding both state and district averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency.

Dillon Middle School boasts a relatively low student-teacher ratio of 17.7, suggesting a stable and well-resourced teaching staff that can provide a more personalized learning environment. Additionally, the school serves a diverse population, with 40.15% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a significant number of economically disadvantaged students. Despite this, the school continues to excel academically, demonstrating its ability to support the learning needs of students from various socioeconomic backgrounds.

While Dillon Middle School's statewide ranking has fluctuated in recent years, its most recent position of 43rd out of 222 middle schools in 2024-2025 solidifies its status as a standout institution within the Dillon Elementary School District and the state of Montana. The school's academic excellence, stable staffing, and ability to serve a diverse student population make it an attractive option for families seeking a high-quality middle school education.

District Detail

22 North Cottom
Dillon, MT 59725

(406) 683-4311

SchoolDigger Rank:
77^th of 387 Montana districts

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Grades served: PK, KG-8
Students: 756

Primary Schools: 1
Middle Schools: 1
High Schools: 0
Alternative Schools: 0

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				MAST English Language Arts (2025)	MAST Mathematics (2025)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	MAST English Language Arts All Grades	MAST Mathematics All Grades	Total
Dillon Middle School	Public	6-8	22 N Cottom	Dillon	59725	Beaverhead County	Dillon Elementary	(n/a)	(n/a)	No	Yes	(406) 683-2368	259	15	17.7	40.2%	235 (90.7%)	1 (0.4%)	9 (3.5%)	1 (0.4%)	3 (1.2%)	2 (0.8%)	8 (3.1%)	70.4	43^rd of 222 public middle schools	80.6%		79.8	21^st of 123 public middle schools	82.9%	22	56.1	44.2	$11,199

Districts nearby

District	Distance	# of Schools	Statewide Rank
Beaverhead County High School	0.43 mi	1	55^th
Reichle Elementary	17.59 mi	1	27^th
Polaris Elementary	25.58 mi	1	155^th
Grant Elementary	25.75 mi	1	385^th
Alder Elementary	26.14 mi	1

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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Montana Office of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.