For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 235 students in 59859, MT.
The top ranked public preschool in 59859, MT is Plains Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 59859 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 59859, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public preschool average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59859, MT Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Plains Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
412 Rittenour
Plains, MT 59859
(406) 826-3642
Plains, MT 59859
(406) 826-3642
Grades: PK-6
| 235 students
59859, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
781 Montana Hwy 382
Plains, MT 59859
(406) 741-2837
Plains, MT 59859
(406) 741-2837
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 59859, MT?
The top ranked public preschools in 59859, MT include Plains Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 59859?
1 public preschools are located in 59859.
What is the racial composition of students in 59859?
59859 public preschools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public preschools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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