For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 64 students in Fortine, MT.
The top ranked public schools in Fortine, MT are Fortine 7-8 and Fortine School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Fortine, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Fortine have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Fortine, MT (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fortine 7-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
358 Meadow Creek Road
Fortine, MT 59918
(406) 882-4531
Fortine, MT 59918
(406) 882-4531
Gr: 7-8 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #22.
Fortine School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
358 Meadow Creek Rd.
Fortine, MT 59918
(406) 882-4531
Fortine, MT 59918
(406) 882-4531
Gr: PK-6 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Fortine, MT?
The top ranked public schools in Fortine, MT include Fortine 7-8 and Fortine School.
How many public schools are located in Fortine?
2 public schools are located in Fortine.
What is the racial composition of students in Fortine?
Fortine public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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