For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 139 students in 59823, MT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59823, MT are Potomac Middle School, Sunset School and Bonner 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59823 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59823, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59823, MT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Potomac Middle School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
29750 Potomac Road
Bonner, MT 59823
(406) 244-5581
Bonner, MT 59823
(406) 244-5581
Gr: 6-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Sunset School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5024 Sunset Hill Road
Bonner, MT 59823
(406) 244-5542
Bonner, MT 59823
(406) 244-5542
Gr: PK-8 | 12 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #33.
Bonner 6-8
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9045 Hwy 200 E
Bonner, MT 59823
(406) 258-6151
Bonner, MT 59823
(406) 258-6151
Gr: 6-8 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 59823, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59823, MT include Potomac Middle School, Sunset School and Bonner 6-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 59823?
3 public middle schools are located in 59823.
What is the racial composition of students in 59823?
59823 public middle schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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