For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 4,026 students in 59801, MT.
The top ranked public high schools in 59801, MT are Hellgate High School, Sentinel High School and Big Sky High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high schools in zipcode 59801 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 59801, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public high schools.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø high school in zipcode 59801 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Sentinel High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59801, MT ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hellgate High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
925 Gerald Ave
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
Gr: 9-12 | 1,312 student Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #22.
Sentinel High School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
901 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2403
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2403
Gr: 9-12 | 1,386 student Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Big Sky High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3100 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2401
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2401
Gr: 9-12 | 1,227 student Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #44.
Seeley-swan High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
456 Airport Road
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 677-2224
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 677-2224
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
59801, Montana ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
215 South 6th West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
Gr: K-3 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
215 South 6th West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4065
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4065
Gr: 4-5 | 133 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 59801, MT?
The top ranked public high schools in 59801, MT include Hellgate High School, Sentinel High School and Big Sky High School.
How many public high schools are located in 59801?
4 public high schools are located in 59801.
What is the racial composition of students in 59801?
59801 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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