For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 54 students in Dutton, MT.
The top-ranked public preschools in Dutton, MT are Midway Colony and Dutton/brady Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Dutton, MT public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Montana public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 47% statewide average). Pre schools in Dutton have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public preschool average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Preschools in Dutton, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway Colony
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
605 Healy Spring Rd.
Dutton, MT 59433
(406) 476-3201
Dutton, MT 59433
(406) 476-3201
Gr: PK-8 | 18 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Rank: #22.
Dutton/brady Elementary School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 2nd St Ne
Dutton, MT 59433
(406) 476-3201
Dutton, MT 59433
(406) 476-3201
Gr: PK-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Dutton, MT?
The top-ranked public preschools in Dutton, MT include Midway Colony and Dutton/brady Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Dutton?
2 public preschools are located in Dutton.
What is the racial composition of students in Dutton?
Dutton public preschools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Montana public preschools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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