For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 113 students in 59540, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 59540, MT is North Star School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 59540 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59540, MT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59540, MT Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Star School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
205 3rd St East
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: PK-8 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
59540, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 129
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 7-8 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Po Box 129
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59540, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59540, MT include North Star School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59540?
1 public elementary schools are located in 59540.
What is the racial composition of students in 59540?
59540 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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