Custer Co District High vs Garfield School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Montana, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Custer Co District High
Miles City · Public high · Grades 9–12
487 students
Garfield School
Miles City · Public elementary · Grades K–5
210 students
| Measure | Custer Co District High Miles City, Montana | Garfield School Miles City, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 47 Lower 50% | 37 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #45 of 108 | #201 of 267 |
| National rank | #9256 of 16,910 | #34178 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–5 |
| Students | 487 | 210 |
| Enrollment | 487 | 210 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.3% | 66.7% |
| Students per teacher | 15.2 | 12.4 |
| Reading proficiency | 37% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 32% | 32% |
| city | Miles City | Miles City |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Custer Co District High scores higher on the Success Index (US) (46.7 vs 36.7).
- •Custer Co District High does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (28.3% vs 66.7%).
- •Garfield School does better on students per teacher (12.4 vs 15.2).
- •Custer Co District High is the larger school with 487 students compared with 210.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Custer Co District High better than Garfield School?
On the Success Index (US), Custer Co District High ranks higher (46.7 vs 36.7 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Custer Co District High and Garfield School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between Miles City and Miles City in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Custer Co District High: 487. Garfield School: 210. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Custer Co District High and Garfield School rank in Montana?
Custer Co District High is 45th of 108 and Garfield School is 201st of 267 among high schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).