For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,626 students in the neighborhood of University District, Missoula, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in University District are Paxson School and Hellgate High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of University District, Missoula, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 46% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in the neighborhood of University District, Missoula, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Paxson School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
101 Evans
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4055
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 542-4055
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Hellgate High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
925 Gerald Ave
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
Missoula, MT 59801
(406) 728-2402
Gr: 9-12 | 1,262 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University District, Missoula, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in the neighborhood of University District, Missoula, MT include Paxson School and Hellgate High School.
How many public schools are located in the neighborhood of University District, Missoula?
2 public schools are located in the neighborhood of University District, Missoula.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of University District, Missoula?
the neighborhood of University District, Missoula public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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