Best 59520 Montana Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 59 students in 59520, MT.
The top-ranked public high school in 59520, MT is Big Sandy High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 59520 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in 59520, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 59520 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Big Sandy High School, with ≥80% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Best 59520, MT Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Sandy High School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
398 First Ave
Big Sandy, MT 59520
(406) 378-2502
Gr: 9-12 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 27%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 59520, MT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 59520, MT include Big Sandy High School.
How many public high schools are located in 59520?
1 public high schools are located in 59520.
What is the racial composition of students in 59520?
59520 public high schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).

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