For the 2025-26 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 244 students in 59079, MT.
The top ranked public high school in 59079, MT is Shepherd High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 59079 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 59079, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 59079 have a Graduation Rate of 90%, which is more than the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shepherd High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59079, MT Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5300
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5300
Gr: 9-12 | 244 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 59079, MT?
The top ranked public high schools in 59079, MT include Shepherd High School.
How many public high schools are located in 59079?
1 public high schools are located in 59079.
What is the racial composition of students in 59079?
59079 public high schools minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is less than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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