For the 2024 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 9,219 students in 59801, MT (there are 6 private schools, serving 1,110 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 59801, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 59801, MT are Rattlesnake Elementary School, Jeannette Rankin Elementary School and Paxson School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59801 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Montana public school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Schools in 59801, MT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Best 59801, MT Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rattlesnake Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1220 Pineview Drive
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
Grades: PK-5
| 459 students
Rank: #22.
Jeannette Rankin Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
5150 Bigfork Rd.
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4010
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4010
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #33.
Paxson School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Evans
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4055
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4055
Grades: PK-5
| 429 students
Rank: #44.
Hawthorne School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
550 Hiberta St.
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4025
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4025
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
Rank: #55.
Lewis & Clark School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2901 Park
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4035
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4035
Grades: PK-5
| 505 students
Rank: #66.
Chief Charlo School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5600 Longview Dr
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4005
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4005
Grades: PK-5
| 432 students
Rank: #77.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
645 West Central Ave
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4085
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4085
Grades: 6-8
| 663 students
Rank: #88.
Russell School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3216 Russell Street
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4080
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4080
Grades: PK-5
| 358 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Hellgate High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
925 Gerald Ave
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
Grades: 9-12
| 1,263 students
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Sentinel High School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2403
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2403
Grades: 9-12
| 1,318 students
Rank: #1111.
Meadow Hill Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4210 Reserve
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4045
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4045
Grades: 6-8
| 489 students
Rank: #1212.
Porter Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2510 Central Avenue
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4060
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4060
Grades: 6-8
| 591 students
Rank: #1313.
Lowell School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1215 Phillips St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4040
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4040
Grades: PK-5
| 289 students
Rank: #1414.
Seeley-swan High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
456 Airport Road
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 677-2224
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 677-2224
Grades: 9-12
| 96 students
Rank: #1515.
Franklin School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1910 S. 11th St
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4020
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4020
Grades: PK-5
| 292 students
Rank: #1616.
Big Sky High School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3100 South Avenue West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2401
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2401
Grades: 9-12
| 1,157 students
59801, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
215 South 6th West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4050
Grades: K-3
| 232 students
215 South 6th West
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4065
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4065
Grades: 4-5
| 133 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59801, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59801, MT include Rattlesnake Elementary School, Jeannette Rankin Elementary School and Paxson School.
How many public schools are located in 59801, MT?
16 public schools are located in 59801, MT.
What percentage of students in 59801, MT go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 59801, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59801, MT?
59801, MT public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 22% (majority American Indian).
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