For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 855 students in 59255, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59255, MT are Poplar High School, Poplar School and Poplar 5-6 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59255 have an average math proficiency score of 8% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 13% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59255, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59255, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Poplar High School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 4th Avenue West
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6830
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6830
Grades: 9-12
| 272 students
Rank: #22.
Poplar School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 4th Avenue West
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6630
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6630
Grades: PK-4
| 334 students
Rank: #33.
Poplar 5-6 School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 10-14%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 4th Avenue West
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6730
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6730
Grades: 5-6
| 126 students
Rank: #44.
Poplar 7-8
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 4th Avenue West
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6730
Poplar, MT 59255
(406) 768-6730
Grades: 7-8
| 123 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59255, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59255, MT include Poplar High School, Poplar School and Poplar 5-6 School.
How many public schools are located in 59255?
4 public schools are located in 59255.
What is the racial composition of students in 59255?
59255 public schools minority enrollment is 99% 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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