For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,591 students in 59808, MT (there are 1 private school, serving 92 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 59808, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
The top-ranked public schools in 59808, MT are Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades, Desmet School and Hellgate Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 59808 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59808, MT have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59808, MT Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2365 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Gr: 2-3 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Desmet School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6355 Padre Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Gr: PK-5 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #33.
Hellgate Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2375 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Gr: 7-8 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Hellgate El Intermediate
(Math: 40% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2355 Flynn Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2160
Gr: 4-6 | 517 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #55.
Desmet 6-8
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6355 Padre Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 549-4994
Gr: 6-8 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
2365 Flynne Lane
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Missoula, MT 59808
(406) 721-2452
Gr: PK-1 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 59808, MT?
The top-ranked public schools in 59808, MT include Hellgate Elementary Lower Grades, Desmet School and Hellgate Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 59808?
6 public schools are located in 59808.
What percentage of students in 59808 go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in 59808 are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 93%).
What is the racial composition of students in 59808?
59808 public schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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