For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 27 students in 59520, MT.
The top ranked public middle school in 59520, MT is Big Sandy 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 59520 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59520, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59520, MT Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Big Sandy 7-8
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
398 First Ave
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2502
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2502
Grades: 7-8
| 27 students
59520, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
29200 Warrick Road
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 386-2285
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 386-2285
Grades: PK-8
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 59520, MT?
The top ranked public middle schools in 59520, MT include Big Sandy 7-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 59520?
1 public middle schools are located in 59520.
What is the racial composition of students in 59520?
59520 public middle schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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