For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,289 students in 59808, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59808, MT are Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades, Desmet School and Hellgate El Intermediate. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59808 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59808, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59808, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2365 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Gr: 2-3 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Desmet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6355 Padre Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Gr: PK-5 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Hellgate El Intermediate
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2355 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Gr: 4-6 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #44.
Desmet 6-8
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6355 Padre Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Gr: 6-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
2365 Flynne Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Gr: PK-1 | 292 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59808, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59808, MT include Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades, Desmet School and Hellgate El Intermediate.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59808?
5 public elementary schools are located in 59808.
What is the racial composition of students in 59808?
59808 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% 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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