For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 108 students in 59450, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59450, MT are Highwood Middle School, Highwood School and Highwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59450 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59450, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59450, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Highwood Middle School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 West Street South
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Grades: 6-8
| 16 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Highwood School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 West Street South
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Grades: PK-5
| 60 students
Rank: #33.
Highwood High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 West Street South
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Grades: 9-12
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59450, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59450, MT include Highwood Middle School, Highwood School and Highwood High School.
How many public schools are located in 59450?
3 public schools are located in 59450.
What is the racial composition of students in 59450?
59450 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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