For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 169 students in Harlowton, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Harlowton, MT is Hillcrest School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Harlowton, MT public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in Harlowton have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Harlowton, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 B Avenue Ne
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Gr: PK-8 | 169 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Harlowton, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Harlowton, MT include Hillcrest School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Harlowton?
1 public elementary schools are located in Harlowton.
What is the racial composition of students in Harlowton?
Harlowton public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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