Summary:
The 59645 zip code area is home to three schools - one elementary, one middle, and one high school - all part of the White Sulphur Spgs K-12 school district. While the district as a whole is ranked 161 out of 387 in Montana, the schools in this area show a mix of standout performance and areas for improvement.
The White Sulphur Springs 7-8 Middle School is a clear standout, ranking 52 out of 222 Montana middle schools and earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger. The school outperforms the district and state averages in English Language Arts proficiency, with a very low student-teacher ratio of 7:1. In contrast, the White Sulphur Springs High School has seen a decline in performance, dropping from a ranking of 19 out of 124 schools in 2022-2023 to 121 out of 182 schools in 2024-2025.
Across the three schools, the data reveals relatively high rates of free and reduced-price lunch recipients, ranging from 38.46% at the elementary school to 60% at the middle school. This suggests the district serves a population with significant economic challenges, which may be an important factor in understanding the schools' performance and resource needs. Despite these challenges, the schools generally outperform the district and state averages in English Language Arts and Mathematics proficiency, indicating a level of consistency in the quality of education across the district.
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