For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 106 students in Highwood, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in Highwood, MT are Highwood Middle School, Highwood School and Highwood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highwood, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Highwood have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Highwood, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Highwood Middle School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 West Street South
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Gr: 6-8 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Highwood School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 West Street South
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Gr: PK-5 | 62 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Rank: #33.
Highwood High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
160 West Street South
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Highwood, MT 59450
(406) 733-2081
Gr: 9-12 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Highwood, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Highwood, MT include Highwood Middle School, Highwood School and Highwood High School.
How many public schools are located in Highwood?
3 public schools are located in Highwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Highwood?
Highwood public schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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