For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 51 students in 59008, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59008, MT are Belfry 7-8 and Belfry School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59008 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59008, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59008, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belfry 7-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
200 Wisconsin
Belfry, MT 59008
(406) 664-3319
Belfry, MT 59008
(406) 664-3319
Gr: 7-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Rank: #22.
Belfry School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
200 Wisconsin
Belfry, MT 59008
(406) 664-3319
Belfry, MT 59008
(406) 664-3319
Gr: PK-6 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
200 Wisconsin
Belfry, MT 59008
(406) 664-3319
Belfry, MT 59008
(406) 664-3319
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59008, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59008, MT include Belfry 7-8 and Belfry School.
How many public schools are located in 59008?
3 public schools are located in 59008.
What is the racial composition of students in 59008?
59008 public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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