For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 466 students in 59221, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59221, MT are East Fairview Elementary School, Fairview High School and Fairview School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59221 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59221, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59221, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 2nd St S
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Gr: K-8 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Fairview High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
713 S Western Ave
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Gr: 9-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Fairview School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
713 S Western Ave
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Gr: PK-5 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Fairview 6-8
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
713 S Western Ave
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Gr: 6-8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
301 2nd St S
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Gr: K-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 119:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59221, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59221, MT include East Fairview Elementary School, Fairview High School and Fairview School.
How many public schools are located in 59221?
5 public schools are located in 59221.
What is the racial composition of students in 59221?
59221 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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