For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 571 students in 59079, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59079, MT are Shepherd Elementary School and Shepherd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø elementary schools in zipcode 59079 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59079, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59079, MT ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5516
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5516
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Shepherd Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5873
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5873
Gr: 6-8 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59079, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59079, MT include Shepherd Elementary School and Shepherd Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59079?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59079.
What is the racial composition of students in 59079?
59079 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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