For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 49 students in 59261, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59261, MT are Saco 7-8, Saco High School and Saco School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø schools in zipcode 59261 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59261, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59261, MT ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Saco 7-8
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
321 Hwy 243
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Gr: 7-8 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Saco High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
321 Hwy 243
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Rank: #33.
Saco School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
321 Hwy 243
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Saco, MT 59261
(406) 527-3531
Gr: PK-6 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59261, MT?
How many public schools are located in 59261?
3 public schools are located in 59261.
What is the racial composition of students in 59261?
59261 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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