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3 schools in Hays

Montana · Public K-12

For families in Hays, public-school options total 3 K-12 campuses, with combined enrollment near 255 (1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high).

7-year change in Hays

SY 2017-18 vs SY 2024-25
Total enrollment
255
+23 (+10%) vs SY 2017-18
School count
3
0 (0%) vs SY 2017-18
Source: NCES Common Core of Data, enrollment-weighted demographic averages
NameLevelGradesEnrollment
Hays-Lodge Pole 7-8Middle07-0827
Hays-Lodge Pole High SchHigh09-1284
Lodge Pole SchoolElementaryPK-06144

About Hays

Hays, Montana is home to 3 public schools, with combined enrollment of approximately 255 students. By school count, it is a compact city.

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

Average school size in Hays is around 85 students, 51% meaningfully below the Montana average of about 175.

Trend over the past 7 years. Combined enrollment now sits at 255 students, increased 10% from the 232 reported in SY 2017-18.

On this page, the community for Hays discusses open enrollment windows, redistricting talk, and busing logistics. Members of the local community share what they see day-to-day.

Frequently asked questions

How many public schools are in Hays?
Hays, Montana has 3 public K-12 schools serving approximately 255 students.
How many elementary, middle, and high schools are in Hays?
Hays has 1 elementary, 1 middle, 1 high public schools.
What is the largest public school in Hays?
Lodge Pole School is the largest public school in Hays by enrollment, with approximately 144 students.
What school districts serve Hays?
Hays public schools are operated by Hays-Lodge Pole K-12 Schls.
What grade levels do public schools in Hays cover?
Public schools in Hays serve students from pre-K through grade 12.