For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 124 students in 59487, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59487, MT are Hillcrest Colony Elementary School and Vaughn School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59487 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59487, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59487, MT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest Colony Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1124 Wilson Road
Vaughn, MT 59487
(406) 463-2236
Vaughn, MT 59487
(406) 463-2236
Grades: PK-8
| 12 students
Rank: #22.
Vaughn School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
480 Central Avenue
Vaughn, MT 59487
(406) 965-2231
Vaughn, MT 59487
(406) 965-2231
Grades: PK-6
| 112 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59487, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59487, MT include Hillcrest Colony Elementary School and Vaughn School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59487?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59487.
What is the racial composition of students in 59487?
59487 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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