For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,316 students in 59270, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 30 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 59270, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 59270, MT are West Side Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Sidney Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59270 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59270, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59270, MT Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Side Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1100 5th Street Sw
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-5501
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-5501
Grades: PK-2
| 321 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
200 3rd Avenue Se
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-4080
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-4080
Grades: 3-5
| 251 students
Rank: #33.
Sidney Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
415 South Central Ave
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-4050
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-4050
Grades: 6-8
| 284 students
Rank: #44.
Rau School
Magnet School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12138 County Rd 350
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 482-1088
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 482-1088
Grades: PK-6
| 69 students
Rank: #55.
Brorson School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7 Miles Nw Of Sidney Hwy 200
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 798-3361
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 798-3361
Grades: PK-6
| 4 students
Rank: #66.
Sidney High School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1012 4th Avenue Se
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-2330
Sidney, MT 59270
(406) 433-2330
Grades: 9-12
| 387 students
Rank: n/an/a
Squaw Gap School
Magnet School
494 Hwy 16 N
Sidney, MT 59270
(701) 565-2230
Sidney, MT 59270
(701) 565-2230
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
59270, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59270, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59270, MT include West Side Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Sidney Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 59270?
7 public schools are located in 59270.
What percentage of students in 59270 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 59270 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59270?
59270 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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