For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 342 students in 59412, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59412, MT are Belt 7-8, Belt School and Belt High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59412 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59412, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59412, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Belt 7-8
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1 Church Street
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Gr: 7-8 | 49 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 8%
Rank: #22.
Belt School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Church Street
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Gr: PK-6 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Rank: #33.
Belt High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Church Street
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Gr: 9-12 | 98 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
59412, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1 Church Street
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Belt, MT 59412
(406) 277-3351
Gr: PK-8 | 25 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59412, MT?
How many public schools are located in 59412?
3 public schools are located in 59412.
What is the racial composition of students in 59412?
59412 public schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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