For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 232 students in 59036, MT.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59036, MT are Hillcrest School and Hillcrest 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 59036 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Montana public middle school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 47% statewide average). Middle schools in 59036, MT have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59036, MT Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillcrest School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 B Avenue Ne
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Gr: PK-8 | 195 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Hillcrest 7-8
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
304 Division St
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Harlowton, MT 59036
(406) 632-4361
Gr: 7-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 59036, MT?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 59036, MT include Hillcrest School and Hillcrest 7-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 59036?
2 public middle schools are located in 59036.
What is the racial composition of students in 59036?
59036 public middle schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public middle schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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