For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 154 students in 59477, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59477, MT are Fort Shaw Elementary School, Cascade Colony School and Sun River Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59477 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59477, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59477, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Shaw Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
School Loop Road
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Gr: PK-5 | 88 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Cascade Colony School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
508 Birdtail Road
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5104
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5104
Gr: PK-8 | 11 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1
Rank: #33.
Sun River Middle School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
123 Walker Street
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Gr: 6-8 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59477, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59477, MT include Fort Shaw Elementary School, Cascade Colony School and Sun River Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59477?
3 public elementary schools are located in 59477.
What is the racial composition of students in 59477?
59477 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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