For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 81 students in Highwood, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Highwood, MT are Highwood Middle School and Highwood School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Highwood, MT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Highwood have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary 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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Highwood, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Highwood, MT include Highwood Middle School and Highwood School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Highwood?
2 public elementary schools are located in Highwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Highwood?
Highwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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