For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 279 students in Simms, MT.
The top ranked public schools in Simms, MT are Fort Shaw Elementary School, Cascade Colony School and Sun River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Simms, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Simms have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Simms, MT (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fort Shaw Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
School Loop Road
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Grades: PK-5
| 105 students
Rank: #22.
Cascade Colony School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
508 Birdtail Road
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5104
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5104
Grades: PK-8
| 16 students
Rank: #33.
Sun River Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
123 Walker Street
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Grades: 6-8
| 57 students
Rank: #44.
Simms High School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
123 Walker Street
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Grades: 9-12
| 101 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Simms, MT?
The top ranked public schools in Simms, MT include Fort Shaw Elementary School, Cascade Colony School and Sun River Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Simms?
4 public schools are located in Simms.
What is the racial composition of students in Simms?
Simms public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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