For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 57 students in 59540, MT.
The top-ranked public high school in 59540, MT is North Star High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 59540 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 59540, MT have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Montana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 59540 have a Graduation Rate of 50%, which is less than the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Star High School, with ≥50% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59540, MT Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Star High School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
105 3rd Ave Ne
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 57 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
59540, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Po Box 129
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 7-8 | 17 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Po Box 129
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Rudyard, MT 59540
(406) 355-4481
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 4%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 59540, MT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 59540, MT include North Star High School.
How many public high schools are located in 59540?
1 public high schools are located in 59540.
What is the racial composition of students in 59540?
59540 public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is more than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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