For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 747 students in 59079, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59079, MT are Shepherd Elementary School, Shepherd High School and Shepherd Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59079 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59079, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59079, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5516
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5516
Gr: PK-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Shepherd High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5300
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Shepherd Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5873
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5873
Gr: 6-8 | 180 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59079, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59079, MT include Shepherd Elementary School, Shepherd High School and Shepherd Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 59079?
3 public schools are located in 59079.
What is the racial composition of students in 59079?
59079 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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