For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,221 students in 59034, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59034, MT are Fort Smith School, Hardin Intermediate and Hardin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59034 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59034, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59034, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Smith School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
502 Avenue C
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 666-2350
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 666-2350
Gr: PK-5 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #22.
Hardin Intermediate
(Math: 17% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
631 W 5th Street
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-6390
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-6390
Gr: 3-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #33.
Hardin Middle School
(Math: 8% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 W 5th Street
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-6300
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Crow Agency School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 6-9%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
Ammaachimuua Street
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 638-2252
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 638-2252
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Rank: n/an/a
314 W 3rd Street
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-9340
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-9340
Gr: PK-2 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
59034, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
625 W 4th
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-1696
Hardin, MT 59034
(406) 665-1696
Gr: 1-5 | 6 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59034, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59034, MT include Fort Smith School, Hardin Intermediate and Hardin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59034?
5 public elementary schools are located in 59034.
What is the racial composition of students in 59034?
59034 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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