For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 189 students in 59218, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59218, MT are Culbertson School and Culbertson Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59218 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59218, MT have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59218, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Culbertson School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
423 1st Avenue West
Culbertson, MT 59218
(406) 787-6241
Culbertson, MT 59218
(406) 787-6241
Gr: PK-5 | 131 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Culbertson Junior High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
423 1st Avenue West
Culbertson, MT 59218
(406) 787-6241
Culbertson, MT 59218
(406) 787-6241
Gr: 6-8 | 58 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59218, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59218, MT include Culbertson School and Culbertson Junior High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59218?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59218.
What is the racial composition of students in 59218?
59218 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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