For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
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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