For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 159 students in 59482, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59482, MT are Sunburst Elementary School, Sunburst 7 - 8 and Sunburst High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59482 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59482, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59482, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sunburst Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
220 1st St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Grades: PK-8
| 87 students
Rank: #22.
Sunburst 7 - 8
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
220 1st St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Grades: 7-8
| 23 students
Rank: #33.
Sunburst High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
414 3rd St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2811
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2811
Grades: 9-12
| 49 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59482, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59482, MT include Sunburst Elementary School, Sunburst 7 - 8 and Sunburst High School.
How many public schools are located in 59482?
3 public schools are located in 59482.
What is the racial composition of students in 59482?
59482 public schools minority enrollment is 9% 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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