For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 267 students in 59036, MT (there are , serving 24 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 59036, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in 59036, MT are Harlowton High School, Hillcrest School and Hillcrest 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59036 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59036, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59036, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Harlowton High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
304 Division St
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4324
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4324
Grades: 9-12
| 70 students
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 B Avenue Ne
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Grades: PK-8
| 169 students
Rank: #33.
Hillcrest 7-8
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
304 Division St
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Grades: 7-8
| 28 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59036, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59036, MT include Harlowton High School, Hillcrest School and Hillcrest 7-8.
How many public schools are located in 59036?
3 public schools are located in 59036.
What percentage of students in 59036 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 59036 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59036?
59036 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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