For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 51 students in 59046, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59046, MT are Lavina Middle School and Lavina Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59046 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59046, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59046, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lavina Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
214 1st St East
Lavina, MT 59046
(406) 636-2761
Lavina, MT 59046
(406) 636-2761
Gr: 6-8 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #22.
Lavina Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
214 1st St East
Lavina, MT 59046
(406) 636-2761
Lavina, MT 59046
(406) 636-2761
Gr: PK-5 | 31 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59046, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59046, MT include Lavina Middle School and Lavina Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59046?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59046.
What is the racial composition of students in 59046?
59046 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 14% 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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