For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 500 students in 59873, MT (there are 2 private schools, serving 14 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 59873, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 59873, MT are Thompson Falls High School, Thompson Falls 7-8 and Thompson Falls Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59873 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59873, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59873, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Thompson Falls High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 Golf
Thompson Falls, MT 59873
(406) 827-3561
Thompson Falls, MT 59873
(406) 827-3561
Grades: 9-12
| 185 students
Rank: #22.
Thompson Falls 7-8
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
306 Haley
Thompson Falls, MT 59873
(406) 827-3593
Thompson Falls, MT 59873
(406) 827-3593
Grades: 7-8
| 68 students
Rank: #33.
Thompson Falls Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
315 Columbia
Thompson Falls, MT 59873
(406) 827-3592
Thompson Falls, MT 59873
(406) 827-3592
Grades: PK-6
| 247 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59873, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59873, MT include Thompson Falls High School, Thompson Falls 7-8 and Thompson Falls Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 59873?
3 public schools are located in 59873.
What percentage of students in 59873 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 59873 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59873?
59873 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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