Top 3 Best 59079 Montana Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 815 students in 59079, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59079, MT are Shepherd Elementary School, Shepherd High School and Shepherd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59079 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59079, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Best 59079, MT Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5516
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
Rank: #22.
Shepherd High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5300
Grades: 9-12
| 253 students
Rank: #33.
Shepherd Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5873
Grades: 6-8
| 196 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 59079, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59079, MT include Shepherd Elementary School, Shepherd High School and Shepherd Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 59079?
3 public schools are located in 59079.
What is the racial composition of students in 59079?
59079 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).

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