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Best 59301 Montana Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 1,478 students in 59301, MT (there are 2 private schools, serving 209 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 59301, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 59301, MT are Riverview School, S Y School and Kircher School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59301 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59301, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).

Best 59301, MT Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Riverview School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1734 Road 506
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 421-5503
Gr: PK-8 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1
Rank: #22.
S Y School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1 Road 664
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 421-5526
Gr: PK-8 | 6 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1
Rank: #33.
Kircher School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
331 Kircher Creek Road
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-2761
Gr: PK-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Washington Middle School 6-8
(Math: 27% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
210 North 9th
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-2084
Gr: 6-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #55.
Custer Co District High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
20 South Center Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-4920
Gr: 9-12 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #66.
Lincoln School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
210 South Lake Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-1697
Gr: 3-5 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #77.
Garfield School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1015 Milwaukee
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-4310
Gr: K-5 | 210 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Highland Park School
716 South Cale
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-3890
Gr: PK-2 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
Jefferson School
106 North Strevell Ave
Miles City, MT 59301
(406) 234-2888
Gr: PK-2 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 59301, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59301, MT include Riverview School, S Y School and Kircher School.
How many public schools are located in 59301?
9 public schools are located in 59301.
What percentage of students in 59301 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 59301 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59301?
59301 public schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).

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