For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 462 students in 59865, MT (there are 2 private schools, serving 72 private students). 87% of all K-12 students in 59865, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top-ranked public schools in 59865, MT are St. Ignatius High School, 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 schools in zipcode 59865 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59865, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59865, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
St. Ignatius High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
76 3rd Avenue
Saint Ignatius, MT 59865
(406) 745-3811
Saint Ignatius, MT 59865
(406) 745-3811
Gr: 9-12 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
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 | 217 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
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 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59865, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59865, MT include St. Ignatius High School, St. Ignatius Elementary School and St. Ignatius Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 59865?
3 public schools are located in 59865.
What percentage of students in 59865 go to public school?
87% of all K-12 students in 59865 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59865?
59865 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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