For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 367 students in 59526, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59526, MT are North Harlem Elementary School and Harlem Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59526 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 17% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59526, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59526, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Harlem Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
755 Hillcrest Road
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2800
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2800
Gr: PK-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1
Rank: #22.
Harlem Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
110 3rd Ave Sw
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2258
Harlem, MT 59526
(406) 353-2258
Gr: PK-6 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59526, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59526, MT include North Harlem Elementary School and Harlem Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59526?
2 public elementary schools are located in 59526.
What is the racial composition of students in 59526?
59526 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 97% 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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