For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 255 students in 59527, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 52 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 59527, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 59527, MT are Hays-lodge Pole High School, Lodge Pole School and Hays-lodge Pole 7-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59527 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 23% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59527, MT have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59527, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hays-lodge Pole High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
197 School Road
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Gr: 9-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1
Rank: #22.
Lodge Pole School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
197 School Road
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Gr: PK-6 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: #33.
Hays-lodge Pole 7-8
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
197 School Road
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Hays, MT 59527
(406) 673-3120
Gr: 7-8 | 27 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59527, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59527, MT include Hays-lodge Pole High School, Lodge Pole School and Hays-lodge Pole 7-8.
How many public schools are located in 59527?
3 public schools are located in 59527.
What percentage of students in 59527 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 59527 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59527?
59527 public schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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