For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 114 students in 59485, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59485, MT are Ulm Junior High School, Ulm School and Fairhaven Colony. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 59485 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in 59485, MT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best 59485, MT Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ulm Junior High School
(Math: ≥80% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6 Ulm Vaughn Road
Ulm, MT 59485
(406) 866-3313
Ulm, MT 59485
(406) 866-3313
Gr: 6-8 | 15 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #22.
Ulm School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6 Ulm-vaughn Road
Ulm, MT 59485
(406) 866-3313
Ulm, MT 59485
(406) 866-3313
Gr: PK-5 | 69 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #33.
Fairhaven Colony
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9 Miles Sw Of Ulm
Ulm, MT 59485
(406) 866-3313
Ulm, MT 59485
(406) 866-3313
Gr: PK-8 | 30 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 59485, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 59485, MT include Ulm Junior High School, Ulm School and Fairhaven Colony.
How many public elementary schools are located in 59485?
3 public elementary schools are located in 59485.
What is the racial composition of students in 59485?
59485 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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