For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 84 students in 59003, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 208 private students). 29% of all K-12 students in 59003, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 59003, MT are Ashland 7-8 and Ashland School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59003 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59003, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59003, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ashland 7-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8 Old Mission Road
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-2568
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-2568
Gr: 7-8 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #22.
Ashland School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8 Old Mission Road
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-2568
Ashland, MT 59003
(406) 784-2568
Gr: PK-6 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59003, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59003, MT include Ashland 7-8 and Ashland School.
How many public schools are located in 59003?
2 public schools are located in 59003.
What percentage of students in 59003 go to public school?
29% of all K-12 students in 59003 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59003?
59003 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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