For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 929 students in 59270, MT.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 59270 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59270, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59270, MT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Side Elementary 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
| 311 students
Rank: #22.
Central Elementary 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
| 256 students
Rank: #33.
Sidney Middle 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
| 285 students
Rank: #44.
Rau 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
| 72 students
Rank: #55.
Brorson 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
| 5 students
59270, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59270, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59270, MT include West Side Elementary School, Central Elementary School and Sidney Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59270?
6 public elementary schools are located in 59270.
What is the racial composition of students in 59270?
59270 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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