For the 2024-25 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,733 students in 59860, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 148 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 59860, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 59860, MT are Linderman School, Polson High School and Valley View School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59860 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59860, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59860, MT Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Linderman School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
312 4th Avenue East
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6229
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6229
Grades: 2-4
| 376 students
Rank: #22.
Polson High School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1712 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6351
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6351
Grades: 9-12
| 524 students
Rank: #33.
Valley View School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
42448 Valley View Road
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-2208
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-2208
Grades: PK-6
| 36 students
Rank: #44.
Polson Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1602 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Grades: 5-8
| 524 students
Rank: n/an/a
Cherry Valley School
Magnet School
107 8th Avenue West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6333
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6333
Grades: PK-1
| 273 students
59860, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1602 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Grades: 5-6
| 220 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59860, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59860, MT include Linderman School, Polson High School and Valley View School.
How many public schools are located in 59860?
5 public schools are located in 59860.
What percentage of students in 59860 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 59860 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59860?
59860 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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