For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 244 students in 59106, MT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59106, MT are Elder Grove 7-8 and Yellowstone Academy 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59106 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59106, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59106, MT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elder Grove 7-8
(Math: 27% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1532 South 64 Street W
Billings, MT 59106
(406) 656-2893
Billings, MT 59106
(406) 656-2893
Gr: 6-8 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Yellowstone Academy 7-8
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1750 Ray Of Hope Lane
Billings, MT 59106
(406) 656-2198
Billings, MT 59106
(406) 656-2198
Gr: 7-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 59106, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59106, MT include Elder Grove 7-8 and Yellowstone Academy 7-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 59106?
2 public middle schools are located in 59106.
What is the racial composition of students in 59106?
59106 public middle schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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