For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,157 students in 59860, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59860, MT are Linderman School, Valley View School and Polson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
elementary schools in zipcode 59860 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59860, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59860, MT Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Linderman School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
312 4th Avenue East
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6229
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6229
Grades: 2-4
| 361 students
Rank: #22.
Valley View School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
42448 Valley View Road
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-2208
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-2208
Grades: PK-6
| 33 students
Rank: #33.
Polson Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1602 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Grades: 5-8
| 495 students
Rank: n/an/a
107 8th Avenue West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6333
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6333
Grades: PK-1
| 268 students
59860, Montana Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1602 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Grades: 5-6
| 220 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59860, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59860, MT include Linderman School, Valley View School and Polson Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59860?
4 public elementary schools are located in 59860.
What is the racial composition of students in 59860?
59860 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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