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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