For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 123 students in Alberton, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alberton, MT are Alberton Middle School and Alberton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Alberton, MT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Alberton have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Alberton, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alberton Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
306 Railroad Ave
Alberton, MT 59820
(406) 722-4413
Alberton, MT 59820
(406) 722-4413
Gr: 6-8 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Alberton Elementary School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
306 Railroad Ave
Alberton, MT 59820
(406) 722-4413
Alberton, MT 59820
(406) 722-4413
Gr: PK-5 | 89 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Alberton, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Alberton, MT include Alberton Middle School and Alberton Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Alberton?
2 public elementary schools are located in Alberton.
What is the racial composition of students in Alberton?
Alberton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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