For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 159 students in 59845, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59845, MT are Hot Springs High School, Hot Springs 7-8 and Hot Springs School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59845 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59845, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59845, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hot Springs High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
301 Broadway
Hot Springs, MT 59845
(406) 741-2962
Hot Springs, MT 59845
(406) 741-2962
Gr: 9-12 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Hot Springs 7-8
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 Broadway
Hot Springs, MT 59845
(406) 741-2962
Hot Springs, MT 59845
(406) 741-2962
Gr: 7-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Hot Springs School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
301 Broadway
Hot Springs, MT 59845
(406) 741-2014
Hot Springs, MT 59845
(406) 741-2014
Gr: PK-6 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59845, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59845, MT include Hot Springs High School, Hot Springs 7-8 and Hot Springs School.
How many public schools are located in 59845?
3 public schools are located in 59845.
What is the racial composition of students in 59845?
59845 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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