For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 33 students in Westby, MT.
The top-ranked public elementary school in Westby, MT is Westby School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Westby, MT public elementary school have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Montana public elementary school average of 38%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 47% statewide average). Elementary schools in Westby have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Montana public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary school average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Westby, MT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westby School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
101 5th Ave East
Westby, MT 59275
(406) 385-2225
Westby, MT 59275
(406) 385-2225
Gr: PK-6 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Westby, MT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Westby, MT include Westby School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Westby?
1 public elementary schools are located in Westby.
What is the racial composition of students in Westby?
Westby public elementary schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public elementary schools average of 24% (majority American Indian).
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