For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,813 students in 59044, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59044, MT are Fred W Graff School, Laurel Middle School and Laurel High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59044 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59044, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59044, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fred W Graff School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
417 East Sixth St
Laurel, MT 59044
(406) 628-6916
Laurel, MT 59044
(406) 628-6916
Grades: 3-4
| 237 students
Rank: #22.
Laurel Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
725 Washington Avenue
Laurel, MT 59044
(406) 628-6919
Laurel, MT 59044
(406) 628-6919
Grades: 5-8
| 551 students
Rank: #33.
Laurel High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
203 East 8th Street
Laurel, MT 59044
(406) 628-7911
Laurel, MT 59044
(406) 628-7911
Grades: 9-12
| 609 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59044, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59044, MT include Fred W Graff School, Laurel Middle School and Laurel High School.
How many public schools are located in 59044?
5 public schools are located in 59044.
What is the racial composition of students in 59044?
59044 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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