For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 309 students in 59043, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 59043, MT is Lame Deer School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 59043 have an average math proficiency score of 5% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 5% (versus the 46% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59043, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59043, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lame Deer School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: ≤5%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
103 Old School Street
Lame Deer, MT 59043
(406) 477-6305
Lame Deer, MT 59043
(406) 477-6305
Gr: PK-6 | 309 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59043, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59043, MT include Lame Deer School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59043?
1 public elementary schools are located in 59043.
What is the racial composition of students in 59043?
59043 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 100% 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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