For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,685 students in 59601, MT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59601, MT are C R Anderson Middle School and Helena Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59601 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59601, MT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59601, MT Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
C R Anderson Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Knight St
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2800
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 962 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Helena Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1025 North Rodney
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1000
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-1000
Gr: 6-8 | 701 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: n/an/a
1325 Poplar Street
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2000
Helena, MT 59601
(406) 324-2000
Gr: 6-8 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 59601, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59601, MT include C R Anderson Middle School and Helena Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 59601?
3 public middle schools are located in 59601.
What is the racial composition of students in 59601?
59601 public middle schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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