For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 351 students in 59323, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59323, MT are Pine Butte Elementary School and Frank Brattin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59323 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59323, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59323, MT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Pine Butte Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Durango Drive
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Grades: PK-5
| 225 students
Rank: #22.
Frank Brattin Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
216 Olive Drive
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Grades: 6-8
| 126 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59323, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59323, MT include Pine Butte Elementary School and Frank Brattin Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59323?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59323.
What is the racial composition of students in 59323?
59323 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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