For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,245 students in 59457, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59457, MT are Garfield School, King Colony School and Deerfield School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59457 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59457, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59457, MT Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
415 East Boulevard
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2366
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2366
Gr: PK-1 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
King Colony School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2370 King Colony Rd
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 538-9702
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 538-9702
Gr: PK-8 | 7 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Rank: #33.
Deerfield School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
Deerfield Colony
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 538-3852
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 538-3852
Gr: PK-8 | 13 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Rank: #44.
Lewis & Clark School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
212 Crystal Drive
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2811
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2811
Gr: 5-6 | 204 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #55.
Highland Park School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1312 7th Avenue North
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2555
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2555
Gr: 2-4 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #66.
Lewistown 7-8
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
914 West Main
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-5419
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-5419
Gr: 7-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #77.
Fergus High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Casino Creek Drive
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2321
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 535-2321
Gr: 9-12 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
59457, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8992 Hanover Road
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 538-8022
Lewistown, MT 59457
(406) 538-8022
Gr: PK-8 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59457, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59457, MT include Garfield School, King Colony School and Deerfield School.
How many public schools are located in 59457?
7 public schools are located in 59457.
What is the racial composition of students in 59457?
59457 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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