Best 59860 Montana Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 278 students in 59860, MT.
The top-ranked public preschool in 59860, MT is Valley View School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 59860 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 59860, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public preschool average of 24% (majority American Indian).

Best 59860, MT Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Valley View School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
42448 Valley View Road
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-2208
Gr: PK-6 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
Cherry Valley School
107 8th Avenue West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6333
Gr: PK-1 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 59860, MT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 59860, MT include Valley View School.
How many public preschools are located in 59860?
2 public preschools are located in 59860.
What is the racial composition of students in 59860?
59860 public preschools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public preschools average of 24% (majority American Indian).

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