For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 76 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 37%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 46% 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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Highwood, MT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
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
Grades: 6-8
| 16 students
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
Grades: PK-5
| 60 students
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 11% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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