For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 225 students in 59079, MT.
The top-ranked public high school in 59079, MT is Shepherd High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 59079 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 59079, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 59079 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shepherd High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59079, MT Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 59079, MT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 59079, MT include Shepherd High School.
How many public high schools are located in 59079?
1 public high schools are located in 59079.
What is the racial composition of students in 59079?
59079 public high schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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