For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 124 students in 59448, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59448, MT are Heart Butte 6-8 and Heart Butte Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59448 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 10% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59448, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59448, MT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Heart Butte 6-8
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1 School Rd
Heart Butte, MT 59448
(406) 338-2200
Heart Butte, MT 59448
(406) 338-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 28 students
Rank: #22.
Heart Butte Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: ≤10%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1 School Road
Heart Butte, MT 59448
(406) 338-2200
Heart Butte, MT 59448
(406) 338-2200
Grades: PK-6
| 96 students
59448, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Box 259
Heart Butte, MT 59448
(406) 338-2200
Heart Butte, MT 59448
(406) 338-2200
Grades: 7-8
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59448, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59448, MT include Heart Butte 6-8 and Heart Butte Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59448?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59448.
What is the racial composition of students in 59448?
59448 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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