| District | City | Rating | Students | Schools | Grades | Zip Codes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lavina K-12 Schools | Lavina | 5/10 Average · 41st pct | 81 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
| Ryegate K-12 Schools | Ryegate | 1/10 Poor · 8th pct | 44 | 3 | PK–12 | 1 |
How Golden Valley County compares
Together they enroll 125 students across 6 schools. The largest is Lavina K-12 Schools with 81 students. Districts here average 3.0/10, below the Montana average of 5.5/10. Ratings range from 1/10 to 5/10.
School Districts in Golden Valley County, Montana
Golden Valley County has 2 public school districts covering 2 zip codes. The top-rated district in Golden Valley County is Lavina K-12 Schools (5/10). Ratings are based on the share of students proficient in reading and math on state assessments (NCES EDFacts, 2021–22 for most districts), ranked against all districts in Montana. Directory details come from NCES CCD 2024–25.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many school districts are in Golden Valley County, MT?
2 school districts serve zip codes in Golden Valley County, MT. This page lists each one with its rating, enrollment, grade span and the zip codes it covers.
What is the best-rated school district in Golden Valley County, MT?
Of the districts serving Golden Valley County, Lavina K-12 Schools has the highest rating on this site at 5/10. That places it in the 41st percentile among Montana school districts.
How are these school district ratings calculated?
Each rating is the share of students scoring proficient or above on Montana reading and math assessments, ranked against other districts in Montana and converted to a 1–10 scale. Percentiles compare districts within Montana only, never across state lines.