For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 181 students in 59520, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59520, MT are Big Sandy 7-8, Big Sandy High School and F E Miley School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59520 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59520, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59520, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Sandy 7-8
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
398 First Ave
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2502
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2502
Gr: 7-8 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Big Sandy High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
398 First Ave
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2502
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2502
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #33.
F E Miley School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
342 Vernon Ave
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2406
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2406
Gr: PK-6 | 94 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59520, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59520, MT include Big Sandy 7-8, Big Sandy High School and F E Miley School.
How many public schools are located in 59520?
3 public schools are located in 59520.
What is the racial composition of students in 59520?
59520 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is equal to the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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