For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 532 students in 59474, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59474, MT are Big Rose Colony School, Cam Rose School and Shelby Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59474 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59474, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59474, MT Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Big Rose Colony School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
24 Big Rose Colony Lane
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 460-0010
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 460-0010
Grades: PK-8
| 14 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Cam Rose School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
253 Union School Road
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Grades: PK-8
| 26 students
Rank: #33.
Shelby Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
901 Valley Street
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Grades: PK-6
| 294 students
Rank: #44.
Shelby 7-8
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Valley Street
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Grades: 7-8
| 69 students
Rank: #55.
Shelby High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1001 Valley Street
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 424-8910
Grades: 9-12
| 129 students
59474, Montana Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1010 Oilfield Avenue
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 434-5591
Shelby, MT 59474
(406) 434-5591
Grades: PK-3
| 169 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59474, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59474, MT include Big Rose Colony School, Cam Rose School and Shelby Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 59474?
5 public schools are located in 59474.
What is the racial composition of students in 59474?
59474 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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