For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 170 students in 59829, MT.
The top-ranked public preschool in 59829, MT is Darby School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 59829 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in 59829, MT have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public preschool average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59829, MT Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Darby School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
209 School Drive
Darby, MT 59829
(406) 821-3643
Darby, MT 59829
(406) 821-3643
Gr: PK-6 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 59829, MT?
The top-ranked public preschools in 59829, MT include Darby School.
How many public preschools are located in 59829?
1 public preschools are located in 59829.
What is the racial composition of students in 59829?
59829 public preschools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is less than the Montana public preschools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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