For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 452 students in 59011, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in 59011, MT are Big Timber 7-8, Big Timber School and Sweet Grass Co High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59011 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59011, MT have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59011, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Big Timber 7-8
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5th And Anderson
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-5939
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-5939
Gr: 7-8 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: #22.
Big Timber School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5th And Anderson
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-5939
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-5939
Gr: PK-6 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Sweet Grass Co High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 W 5th Ave
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-5993
Big Timber, MT 59011
(406) 932-5993
Gr: 9-12 | 161 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 3%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59011, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59011, MT include Big Timber 7-8, Big Timber School and Sweet Grass Co High School.
How many public schools are located in 59011?
3 public schools are located in 59011.
What is the racial composition of students in 59011?
59011 public schools minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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