For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,052 students in 59044, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59044, MT are Fred W Graff School and Laurel Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59044 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59044, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59044, MT Public Elementary 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
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59044, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59044, MT include Fred W Graff School and Laurel Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59044?
3 public elementary schools are located in 59044.
What is the racial composition of students in 59044?
59044 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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