For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 324 students in 59221, MT.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59221, MT are East Fairview Elementary School, Fairview School and Fairview 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59221 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59221, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59221, MT Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Fairview Elementary School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
301 2nd St S
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Grades: PK-8
| 66 students
Rank: #22.
Fairview School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
713 S Western Ave
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Grades: PK-5
| 122 students
Rank: #33.
Fairview 6-8
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
713 S Western Ave
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Fairview, MT 59221
(406) 742-5265
Grades: 6-8
| 57 students
Rank: n/an/a
301 2nd St S
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Fairview, MT 59221
(701) 844-5649
Grades: K-8
| 79 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 59221, MT?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 59221, MT include East Fairview Elementary School, Fairview School and Fairview 6-8.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59221?
4 public elementary schools are located in 59221.
What is the racial composition of students in 59221?
59221 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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