For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 37 students in Whitewater, MT.
The top-ranked public schools in Whitewater, MT are Whitewater 6-8 and Whitewater School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Whitewater, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Whitewater have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Schools in Whitewater, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitewater 6-8
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1 Main Street
Whitewater, MT 59544
(406) 674-5417
Whitewater, MT 59544
(406) 674-5417
Gr: 6-8 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
Rank: #22.
Whitewater School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1 Main Street
Whitewater, MT 59544
(406) 674-5417
Whitewater, MT 59544
(406) 674-5417
Gr: PK-5 | 19 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: n/an/a
1 Main Street
Whitewater, MT 59544
(406) 674-5417
Whitewater, MT 59544
(406) 674-5417
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Whitewater, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in Whitewater, MT include Whitewater 6-8 and Whitewater School.
How many public schools are located in Whitewater?
3 public schools are located in Whitewater.
What is the racial composition of students in Whitewater?
Whitewater public schools minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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