For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 123 students in 59482, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59482, MT are Sunburst 7 - 8, Sunburst High School and Sunburst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59482 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59482, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59482, MT Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunburst 7 - 8
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
220 1st St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Gr: 7-8 | 26 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Sunburst High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
414 3rd St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2811
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2811
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: #33.
Sunburst Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
220 1st St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Gr: PK-8 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59482, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59482, MT include Sunburst 7 - 8, Sunburst High School and Sunburst Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 59482?
3 public schools are located in 59482.
What is the racial composition of students in 59482?
59482 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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