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Best 59079 Montana Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 371 students in 59079, MT.
The top-ranked public preschool in 59079, MT is Shepherd Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 59079 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 59079, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public preschool average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Best 59079, MT Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shepherd Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7842 Shepherd Road
Shepherd, MT 59079
(406) 373-5516
Gr: PK-5 | 371 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 59079, MT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 59079, MT include Shepherd Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 59079?
1 public preschools are located in 59079.
What is the racial composition of students in 59079?
59079 public preschools minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public preschools average of 23% (majority American Indian).

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