For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 164 students in 59540, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59540, MT are North Star 7-8, North Star High School and North Star School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59540 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59540, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59540, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Star 7-8
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
105 3rd Ave Ne
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 7-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
North Star High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
105 3rd Ave Ne
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #33.
North Star School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 3rd St East
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: PK-8 | 83 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
59540, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 129
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 7-8 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Po Box 129
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59540, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59540, MT include North Star 7-8, North Star High School and North Star School.
How many public schools are located in 59540?
3 public schools are located in 59540.
What is the racial composition of students in 59540?
59540 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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