For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 508 students in 59323, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59323, MT are Pine Butte Elementary School, Colstrip High School and Frank Brattin Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59323 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59323, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59323, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pine Butte Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2800 Durango Drive
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Gr: PK-5 | 225 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Colstrip High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5000 Pine Butte Drive
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Gr: 9-12 | 157 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Frank Brattin Middle School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
216 Olive Drive
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Colstrip, MT 59323
(406) 748-4699
Gr: 6-8 | 126 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59323, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59323, MT include Pine Butte Elementary School, Colstrip High School and Frank Brattin Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 59323?
3 public schools are located in 59323.
What is the racial composition of students in 59323?
59323 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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