For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,704 students in Polson, MT (there are , serving 148 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in Polson, MT are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
The top ranked public schools in Polson, MT are Linderman School, Valley View School and Polson High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Polson, MT public schools have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Montana public school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 46% statewide average). Schools in Polson have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Montana public schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public school average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Polson, MT (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Linderman School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
312 4th Avenue East
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6229
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6229
Gr: 2-4 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
Valley View School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
42448 Valley View Road
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-2208
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-2208
Gr: PK-6 | 33 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Polson High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1712 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6351
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6351
Gr: 9-12 | 547 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #44.
Polson Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1602 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Gr: 5-8 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
107 8th Avenue West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6333
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6333
Gr: PK-1 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Polson, Montana ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1602 2nd Street West
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Polson, MT 59860
(406) 883-6335
Gr: 5-6 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Polson, MT?
The top ranked public schools in Polson, MT include Linderman School, Valley View School and Polson High School.
How many public schools are located in Polson?
5 public schools are located in Polson.
What percentage of students in Polson go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in Polson are educated in public schools (compared to the MT state average of 92%).
What is the racial composition of students in Polson?
Polson public schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is more than the Montana public schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Which public schools in Polson are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Polson include: Valley View School vs. Linderman School, Linderman School vs. Valley View School
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