For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 544 students in 59804, MT (there are 3 private schools, serving 409 private students). 57% of all K-12 students in 59804, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 59804, MT are Target Range 7-8 and Target Range School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59804 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59804, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59804, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Target Range 7-8
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4095 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-9239
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-9239
Grades: 7-8
| 129 students
Rank: #22.
Target Range School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4095 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-9239
Missoula, MT 59804
(406) 549-9239
Grades: PK-6
| 415 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59804, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59804, MT include Target Range 7-8 and Target Range School.
How many public schools are located in 59804?
2 public schools are located in 59804.
What percentage of students in 59804 go to public school?
57% of all K-12 students in 59804 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59804?
59804 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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