For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 120 students in 59477, MT.
The top-ranked public preschools in 59477, MT are Fort Shaw Elementary School and Cascade Colony School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 59477 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 59477, MT have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public preschool average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59477, MT Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fort Shaw Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
School Loop Road
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5110
Gr: PK-5 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Cascade Colony School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
508 Birdtail Road
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5104
Simms, MT 59477
(406) 264-5104
Gr: PK-8 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 59477, MT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 59477, MT include Fort Shaw Elementary School and Cascade Colony School.
How many public preschools are located in 59477?
2 public preschools are located in 59477.
What is the racial composition of students in 59477?
59477 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public preschools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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