For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 46 students in Dayton, MT.
The top-ranked public school in Dayton, MT is Dayton School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dayton, MT public school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Dayton have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Dayton, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dayton School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
506 B Street
Dayton, MT 59914
(406) 849-5484
Dayton, MT 59914
(406) 849-5484
Gr: PK-6 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Dayton, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Dayton, MT include Dayton School.
How many public schools are located in Dayton?
1 public schools are located in Dayton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dayton?
Dayton public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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