For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 75 students in 59043, MT.
The top-ranked public middle school in 59043, MT is Lame Deer 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 59043 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59043, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59043, MT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lame Deer 7-8
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
South Highway 39
Lame Deer, MT 59043
(406) 477-8900
Lame Deer, MT 59043
(406) 477-8900
Gr: 7-8 | 75 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 59043, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59043, MT include Lame Deer 7-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 59043?
1 public middle schools are located in 59043.
What is the racial composition of students in 59043?
59043 public middle schools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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