For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 374 students in 59221, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59221, MT are East Fairview Elementary School, Fairview School and Fairview 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59221 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59221, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59221, MT Public Elementary 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 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: #33.
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 elementary schools in 59221, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59221, MT include East Fairview Elementary School, Fairview School and Fairview 6-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59221?
4 public elementary schools are located in 59221.
What is the racial composition of students in 59221?
59221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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