For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,134 students in 59911, MT.
The top ranked public schools in 59911, MT are Bigfork 7-8, Swan River 6-8 and Bigfork Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 59911 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Montana public school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in 59911, MT have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best 59911, MT ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Bigfork 7-8
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Commerce St
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-7412
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-7412
Grades: 7-8
| 153 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Swan River 6-8
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1205 Swan Highway
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-4528
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-4528
Grades: 6-8
| 69 students
Rank: #33.
Bigfork Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Commerce St
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-7412
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-7412
Grades: PK-6
| 445 students
Rank: #44.
Bigfork High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
600 Commerce St
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-7420
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-7420
Grades: 9-12
| 352 students
Rank: #55.
Swan River School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1205 Swan Highway
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-4528
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 837-4528
Grades: PK-5
| 111 students
Rank: n/an/a
40224 Salmon Prairie Rd
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 754-2245
Bigfork, MT 59911
(406) 754-2245
Grades: PK-8
| 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 59911, MT?
The top ranked public schools in 59911, MT include Bigfork 7-8, Swan River 6-8 and Bigfork Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 59911?
6 public schools are located in 59911.
What is the racial composition of students in 59911?
59911 public schools minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
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