For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 41 students in 59074, MT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59074, MT are Ryegate 7-8 and Ryegate School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59074 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59074, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59074, MT Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ryegate 7-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
207 2nd Ave W
Ryegate, MT 59074
(406) 568-2215
Ryegate, MT 59074
(406) 568-2215
Gr: 7-8 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Ryegate School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
207 2nd Ave W
Ryegate, MT 59074
(406) 568-2211
Ryegate, MT 59074
(406) 568-2211
Gr: PK-8 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 59074, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59074, MT include Ryegate 7-8 and Ryegate School.
How many public middle schools are located in 59074?
2 public middle schools are located in 59074.
What is the racial composition of students in 59074?
59074 public middle schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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