For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 932 students in 59834, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59834, MT are Frenchtown Elementary School, Frenchtown 6-8 and Frenchtown Intermediate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59834 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59834, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59834, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frenchtown Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
16495 Main Street
Frenchtown, MT 59834
(406) 626-2620
Frenchtown, MT 59834
(406) 626-2620
Gr: PK-3 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Frenchtown 6-8
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17620 Frontage Road
Frenchtown, MT 59834
(406) 626-2650
Frenchtown, MT 59834
(406) 626-2650
Gr: 6-8 | 319 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Frenchtown Intermediate School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16495 Main Street
Frenchtown, MT 59834
(406) 626-2622
Frenchtown, MT 59834
(406) 626-2622
Gr: 4-5 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59834, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59834, MT include Frenchtown Elementary School, Frenchtown 6-8 and Frenchtown Intermediate School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59834?
3 public elementary schools are located in 59834.
What is the racial composition of students in 59834?
59834 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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