For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 200 students in 59018, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59018, MT are Shields Valley High School, Shields Valley 7-8 and Shields Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59018 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59018, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59018, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Shields Valley High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
405 1st St East
Clyde Park, MT 59018
(406) 686-4621
Clyde Park, MT 59018
(406) 686-4621
Grades: 9-12
| 59 students
Rank: #22.
Shields Valley 7-8
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
405 1st Street East
Clyde Park, MT 59018
(406) 686-4621
Clyde Park, MT 59018
(406) 686-4621
Grades: 7-8
| 30 students
Rank: #33.
Shields Valley Elementary School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
308 S. Hannaford
Clyde Park, MT 59018
(406) 578-2535
Clyde Park, MT 59018
(406) 578-2535
Grades: PK-6
| 111 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59018, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59018, MT include Shields Valley High School, Shields Valley 7-8 and Shields Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 59018?
3 public schools are located in 59018.
What is the racial composition of students in 59018?
59018 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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