Wheatland County Schools & Education
Wheatland County, Montana
NCES + U.S. Census BureauSchool Score
47/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
75.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
75.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 83.7%
Per-Pupil Spending
$10,568
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,334
School Score
47/100
Higher = better
State avg 55/100
Student-Teacher Ratio
N/A
National avg 15.8 : 1
Free Lunch (Median)
N/A
National median 48.2%
State School Rank
#32
of 56 counties (1 = best)
Education Advisory: Wheatland County
School Verdict
Wheatland County has average school quality (score: 47/100) with a graduation rate of 75.0%, indicating room for improvement in student outcomes.
Funding Context
Wheatland County spends $10,568 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Attainment Context
Educational attainment data for Wheatland County is not available.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 14% below the Montana average, and its graduation rate trails the state average by 8.7 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 13% higher than the state norm.
Education Overview
About Schools in Wheatland County, Montana
A Concentrated Rural School System
Wheatland County provides education to 281 students through six public schools and three districts. This small-scale system features two elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
Investment in Personalized Learning
The county invests $10,568 per pupil, significantly more than the Montana state average of $9,334. While the graduation rate is 75.0%, the school score of 53.3 remains close to the statewide median performance.
Harlowton K-12 Anchors Local Education
Harlowton K-12 is the primary district, educating 258 of the county's 281 students across three schools. No charter schools operate in the county, leaving all education in the hands of traditional rural districts.
Deeply Rural and Intimately Sized
Every school in the county is classified as rural, with an average school size of 47 students. The smallest campus, Judith Gap 7-8, serves just 4 students, while the largest, Hillcrest School, serves 156.
Small Class Sizes in Wheatland
Wheatland County is ideal for those seeking a home near schools where teachers know every student by name. The high per-pupil spending reflects a community committed to maintaining its educational roots.
School Overview
Total Schools
6
in Wheatland County
Total Enrollment
281
students
School Districts
3
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
Student-Teacher Ratio
—
county average
Free Lunch (Median)
—
of students countywide
School Type Breakdown
3 School Districts in Wheatland County
Harlowton K-12
Judith Gap Elem
Judith Gap H S
6 Public Schools in Wheatland County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hillcrest School | Harlowton K-12 | PK–8 | Primary | 156 |
| Harlowton High School | Harlowton K-12 | 9–12 | High | 69 |
| Hillcrest 7-8 | Harlowton K-12 | 7–8 | Middle | 33 |
| Judith Gap School | Judith Gap Elem | PK–6 | Primary | 16 |
| Judith Gap 7-8 | Judith Gap Elem | 7–8 | Middle | 4 |
| Judith Gap High School | Judith Gap H S | 9–12 | High | 3 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$10,568
State avg $9,334
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Wheatland County, Montana — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Wheatland County, Montana?
Wheatland County provides education to 281 students through six public schools and three districts. This small-scale system features two elementary, two middle, and two high schools.
How do schools in Wheatland County perform academically?
The county invests $10,568 per pupil, significantly more than the Montana state average of $9,334. While the graduation rate is 75.0%, the school score of 53.3 remains close to the statewide median performance.
What are the major school districts in Wheatland County, Montana?
Harlowton K-12 is the primary district, educating 258 of the county's 281 students across three schools. No charter schools operate in the county, leaving all education in the hands of traditional rural districts.
What is the school experience like in Wheatland County?
Every school in the county is classified as rural, with an average school size of 47 students. The smallest campus, Judith Gap 7-8, serves just 4 students, while the largest, Hillcrest School, serves 156.
How can I find homes near good schools in Wheatland County, Montana?
Wheatland County is ideal for those seeking a home near schools where teachers know every student by name. The high per-pupil spending reflects a community committed to maintaining its educational roots.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.