For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 51 students in 59430, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59430, MT are Denton School, Denton High School and Denton 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59430 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59430, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59430, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Denton School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1200 Lehman
Denton, MT 59430
(406) 567-2270
Denton, MT 59430
(406) 567-2270
Grades: PK-5
| 30 students
Rank: #22.
Denton High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1200 Lehman
Denton, MT 59430
(406) 567-2270
Denton, MT 59430
(406) 567-2270
Grades: 9-12
| 10 students
Rank: #33.
Denton 6-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1200 Lehman
Denton, MT 59430
(406) 567-2270
Denton, MT 59430
(406) 567-2270
Grades: 6-8
| 11 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59430, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59430, MT include Denton School, Denton High School and Denton 6-8.
How many public schools are located in 59430?
3 public schools are located in 59430.
What is the racial composition of students in 59430?
59430 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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