For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,680 students in 59801, MT.
The top ranked public middle schools in 59801, MT are Washington Middle School, Meadow Hill Middle School and Porter Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59801 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59801, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59801, MT Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 58%)
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
| 682 students
Rank: #22.
Meadow Hill Middle School
(Math: 39% | 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
| 408 students
Rank: #33.
Porter Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2510 Central Avenue
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4060
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4060
Grades: 6-8
| 590 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 middle schools in 59801, MT?
The top ranked public middle schools in 59801, MT include Washington Middle School, Meadow Hill Middle School and Porter Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 59801?
3 public middle schools are located in 59801.
What is the racial composition of students in 59801?
59801 public middle schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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