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3 schools in Deer Lodge

Montana · Public K-12

Deer Lodge, Montana runs 3 public K-12 schools today, teaching approximately 606 students across 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

7-year change in Deer Lodge

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
606
-4 (-1%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
% White
87%
was 87%
% Hispanic
3%
was 3%
% Black
1%
was 1%
% Asian
1%
was 1%
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
E F Duvall 7-8Middle07-0888
O D Speer SchoolElementaryPK-06337
Powell County High SchoolHigh09-12181

About Deer Lodge

Across Deer Lodge, Montana, 3 public schools serves about 606 students between them.

In terms of grade levels, the city spans 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high.

Average school size in Deer Lodge is around 202 students, 15% above the Montana average of about 175.

Looking at the last 7 years. Across the same 7-year window, public-school enrollment stayed largely flat: 610 students in SY 2017-18 versus 606 in SY 2024-25.

On this page, the community for Deer Lodge discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Discussions cut across districts, schools, and grade levels.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Deer Lodge?
Deer Lodge, Montana has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 606 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Deer Lodge?
Deer Lodge has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Deer Lodge?
O D Speer School is the largest public school in Deer Lodge by enrollment, with approximately 337 students.
What school districts serve Deer Lodge?
Deer Lodge is served by 2 public school districts, including Deer Lodge Elem, Powell County H S.
What grade levels do public schools in Deer Lodge cover?
Public schools in Deer Lodge serve students from pre-K through grade 12.