For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,592 students in 59808, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 92 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 59808, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
The top ranked public schools in 59808, MT are Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades, Hellgate Middle School and Desmet School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59808 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59808, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Best 59808, MT Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2365 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Grades: 2-3
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Hellgate Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2375 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Grades: 7-8
| 345 students
Rank: #33.
Desmet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6355 Padre Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Grades: PK-5
| 82 students
Rank: #44.
Hellgate El Intermediate
(Math: 41% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2355 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Grades: 4-6
| 475 students
Rank: #55.
Desmet 6-8
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6355 Padre Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Grades: 6-8
| 32 students
Rank: n/an/a
2365 Flynne Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Grades: PK-1
| 325 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59808, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59808, MT include Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades, Hellgate Middle School and Desmet School.
How many public schools are located in 59808, MT?
6 public schools are located in 59808, MT.
What percentage of students in 59808, MT go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 59808, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59808, MT?
59808, MT public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 22% (majority American Indian).
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