For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 112 students in 59243, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59243, MT are Lambert High School, Lambert 7-8 and Lambert School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59243 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59243, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59243, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lambert High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
121 3rd Ave Nw
Lambert, MT 59243
(406) 774-3333
Lambert, MT 59243
(406) 774-3333
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Lambert 7-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
121 3rd Ave Nw
Lambert, MT 59243
(406) 774-3333
Lambert, MT 59243
(406) 774-3333
Gr: 7-8 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Lambert School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
121 3rd Ave Nw
Lambert, MT 59243
(406) 774-3333
Lambert, MT 59243
(406) 774-3333
Gr: PK-6 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59243, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59243, MT include Lambert High School, Lambert 7-8 and Lambert School.
How many public schools are located in 59243?
3 public schools are located in 59243.
What is the racial composition of students in 59243?
59243 public schools minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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