For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 838 students in 59741, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 321 private students). 73% of all K-12 students in 59741, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 59741, MT are Amsterdam School, Manhattan High School and Manhattan Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59741 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59741, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59741, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amsterdam School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
6360 Camp Creek Road
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 282-7216
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 282-7216
Gr: PK-6 | 149 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Manhattan High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
416 North Broadway
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3341
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3341
Gr: 9-12 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #33.
Manhattan Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
416 North Broadway
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3250
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3250
Gr: PK-5 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #44.
Manhattan 6-8
(Math: 53% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
416 North Broadway
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3250
Manhattan, MT 59741
(406) 284-3250
Gr: 6-8 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59741, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59741, MT include Amsterdam School, Manhattan High School and Manhattan Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 59741?
4 public schools are located in 59741.
What percentage of students in 59741 go to public school?
73% of all K-12 students in 59741 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59741?
59741 public schools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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