For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 363 students in 59808, MT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59808, MT are Hellgate Middle School and Desmet 6-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59808 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59808, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59808, MT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hellgate Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2375 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Gr: 7-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Desmet 6-8
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6355 Padre Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Gr: 6-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 59808, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59808, MT include Hellgate Middle School and Desmet 6-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 59808?
2 public middle schools are located in 59808.
What is the racial composition of students in 59808?
59808 public middle schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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