For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,265 students in 59701, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59701, MT are Hillcrest School, Margaret Leary School and Whittier School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59701 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59701, MT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59701, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3000 Continental Drive
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2850
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2850
Gr: PK-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Margaret Leary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1301 4 Mile Vue Rd
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2550
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2550
Gr: PK-6 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Whittier School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2500 Sherman
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2890
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2890
Gr: PK-6 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #44.
West Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
800 S Emmett
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2700
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2700
Gr: PK-6 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #55.
Emerson School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1924 Phillips Ave
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2800
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2800
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #66.
Kennedy School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1000 N Emmett
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2450
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2450
Gr: PK-6 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
59701, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
111 North Montana
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2950
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 533-2950
Gr: K-6 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59701, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59701, MT include Hillcrest School, Margaret Leary School and Whittier School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59701?
6 public elementary schools are located in 59701.
What is the racial composition of students in 59701?
59701 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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