For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 237 students in 59436, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59436, MT are Fairfield Elementary School, Greenfield School and Golden Ridge School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59436 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59436, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59436, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fairfield Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
13 7th Street
Fairfield, MT 59436
(406) 467-2425
Fairfield, MT 59436
(406) 467-2425
Gr: PK-6 | 168 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 2%
Rank: #22.
Greenfield School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
590 Hwy 431
Fairfield, MT 59436
(406) 467-2433
Fairfield, MT 59436
(406) 467-2433
Gr: PK-6 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Golden Ridge School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1374 Hiway 408
Fairfield, MT 59436
(406) 467-2010
Fairfield, MT 59436
(406) 467-2010
Gr: PK-8 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59436, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59436, MT include Fairfield Elementary School, Greenfield School and Golden Ridge School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59436?
3 public elementary schools are located in 59436.
What is the racial composition of students in 59436?
59436 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 5% 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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