For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 48 students in 59247, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 59247, MT is Medicine Lake School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 59247 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59247, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59247, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Medicine Lake School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
311 Young St
Medicine Lake, MT 59247
(406) 789-2211
Medicine Lake, MT 59247
(406) 789-2211
Gr: PK-6 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59247, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59247, MT include Medicine Lake School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59247?
1 public elementary schools are located in 59247.
What is the racial composition of students in 59247?
59247 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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