For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 425 students in Manhattan, MT.
The top ranked public preschools in Manhattan, MT are Amsterdam School and Manhattan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Manhattan, MT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Manhattan have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public preschool average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Preschools in Manhattan, MT (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Amsterdam School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6360 Camp Creek Road
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 282-7216
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 282-7216
Grades: PK-6
| 166 students
Rank: #22.
Manhattan Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
416 North Broadway
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3250
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3250
Grades: PK-5
| 259 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in Manhattan, MT?
The top ranked public preschools in Manhattan, MT include Amsterdam School and Manhattan Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Manhattan?
2 public preschools are located in Manhattan.
What is the racial composition of students in Manhattan?
Manhattan public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public preschools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Which public preschools in Manhattan are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Manhattan include: Manhattan Elementary School vs. Amsterdam School, Amsterdam School vs. Manhattan Elementary School
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