For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 278 students in 59043, MT.
The top-ranked public preschool in 59043, MT is Lame Deer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 59043 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 59043, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public preschool average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59043, MT Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lame Deer School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
103 Old School Street
Lame Deer, MT 59043
(406) 477-6305
Lame Deer, MT 59043
(406) 477-6305
Gr: PK-6 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 59043, MT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 59043, MT include Lame Deer School.
How many public preschools are located in 59043?
1 public preschools are located in 59043.
What is the racial composition of students in 59043?
59043 public preschools minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public preschools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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