For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 16 students in Gildford, MT.
The top-ranked public school in Gildford, MT is Gildford Colony School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Gildford, MT public school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Gildford have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Gildford, MT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gildford Colony School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
21719 Road 160 N
Gildford, MT 59525
(406) 376-3249
Gildford, MT 59525
(406) 376-3249
Gr: PK-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Gildford, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Box 250
Gildford, MT 59525
(406) 376-3183
Gildford, MT 59525
(406) 376-3183
Gr: 7-8 | 16 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Box 250
Gildford, MT 59525
(406) 376-3183
Gildford, MT 59525
(406) 376-3183
Gr: PK-6 | 28 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Gildford, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Gildford, MT include Gildford Colony School.
How many public schools are located in Gildford?
1 public schools are located in Gildford.
What is the racial composition of students in Gildford?
Gildford public schools minority enrollment is 0% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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