For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 203 students in West Yellowstone, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in West Yellowstone, MT are West Yellowstone School and West Yellowstone 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
West Yellowstone, MT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in West Yellowstone have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in West Yellowstone, MT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
West Yellowstone School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
411 N Geyser
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
(406) 646-7617
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
(406) 646-7617
Grades: K-5
| 140 students
Rank: #22.
West Yellowstone 6-8
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
411 N Geyser
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
(406) 646-7617
West Yellowstone, MT 59758
(406) 646-7617
Grades: 6-8
| 63 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in West Yellowstone, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in West Yellowstone, MT include West Yellowstone School and West Yellowstone 6-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in West Yellowstone?
2 public elementary schools are located in West Yellowstone.
What is the racial composition of students in West Yellowstone?
West Yellowstone public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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