For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 367 students in Harlem, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harlem, MT are North Harlem Elementary School and Harlem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harlem, MT public elementary schools 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 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Harlem have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Harlem, MT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Harlem Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
755 Hillcrest Road
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2800
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2800
Gr: PK-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Rank: #22.
Harlem Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
110 3rd Ave Sw
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2258
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2258
Gr: PK-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in Harlem, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in Harlem, MT include North Harlem Elementary School and Harlem Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harlem?
2 public elementary schools are located in Harlem.
What is the racial composition of students in Harlem?
Harlem public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% 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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