For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 245 students in 59749, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59749, MT are Sheridan Elementary School, Sheridan 7-8 and Sheridan High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59749 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59749, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59749, MT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sheridan Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
211 Madison St
Sheridan, MT 59749
(406) 842-5302
Sheridan, MT 59749
(406) 842-5302
Gr: PK-6 | 147 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Sheridan 7-8
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
107 Madison Street
Sheridan, MT 59749
(406) 842-5302
Sheridan, MT 59749
(406) 842-5302
Gr: 7-8 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Sheridan High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
107 Madison St
Sheridan, MT 59749
(406) 842-5401
Sheridan, MT 59749
(406) 842-5401
Gr: 9-12 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59749, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59749, MT include Sheridan Elementary School, Sheridan 7-8 and Sheridan High School.
How many public schools are located in 59749?
3 public schools are located in 59749.
What is the racial composition of students in 59749?
59749 public schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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