For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 341 students in 59254, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59254, MT are Plentywood 7-8, Plentywood School and Plentywood High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59254 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59254, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59254, MT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Plentywood 7-8
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
100 East Laurel Avenue
Plentywood, MT 59254
(406) 765-1803
Plentywood, MT 59254
(406) 765-1803
Gr: 7-8 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Plentywood School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 East Laurel Avenue
Plentywood, MT 59254
(406) 765-1803
Plentywood, MT 59254
(406) 765-1803
Gr: PK-6 | 179 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Plentywood High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
100 East Laurel Avenue
Plentywood, MT 59254
(406) 765-1803
Plentywood, MT 59254
(406) 765-1803
Gr: 9-12 | 101 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59254, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59254, MT include Plentywood 7-8, Plentywood School and Plentywood High School.
How many public schools are located in 59254?
3 public schools are located in 59254.
What is the racial composition of students in 59254?
59254 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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