For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 338 students in 59865, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59865, MT are St. Ignatius Elementary School and St. Ignatius Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59865 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59865, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59865, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Ignatius Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
300 Blaine
Saint Ignatius, MT 59865
(406) 745-3811
Saint Ignatius, MT 59865
(406) 745-3811
Gr: PK-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
St. Ignatius Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
76 3rd Avenue
Saint Ignatius, MT 59865
(406) 745-3811
Saint Ignatius, MT 59865
(406) 745-3811
Gr: 6-8 | 128 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59865, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59865, MT include St. Ignatius Elementary School and St. Ignatius Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59865?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59865.
What is the racial composition of students in 59865?
59865 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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