For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 110 students in 59482, MT.
The top ranked public middle schools in 59482, MT are Sunburst 7 - 8 and Sunburst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59482 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59482, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59482, MT Public Middle Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Sunburst 7 - 8
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
220 1st St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Gr: 7-8 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Sunburst Elementary School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
220 1st St South
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Sunburst, MT 59482
(406) 937-2816
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 59482, MT?
The top ranked public middle schools in 59482, MT include Sunburst 7 - 8 and Sunburst Elementary School.
How many public middle schools are located in 59482?
2 public middle schools are located in 59482.
What is the racial composition of students in 59482?
59482 public middle schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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