| Metric | Twin Bridges K-12 Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 210 | 3,544 | ↓ Smaller than avg |
| Number of Schools | 3 | 7 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $16,604/yr | $17,619/yr | Small district — per-pupil varies |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Above average |
| District | Rating | Percentile | Students |
|---|---|---|---|
| Twin Bridges K-12 Schools (this district) | 10/10 | 90th | 210 |
| Whitehall High School District | 2/10 | 16th | 144 |
| Harrison K-12 Schools | 6/10 | 56th | 91 |
| Sheridan High School District | 5/10 | 46th | 60 |
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Ranked against 150 rated districts in MT → 90th percentile → 10/10.
Source: U.S. Dept. of Education EDFacts, 2021–22 school year. Full methodology →
- Twin Bridges School — 10.1 mi · Grades PK–4 · 90 students
- Twin Bridges High School — 10.1 mi · Grades 9–12 · 60 students
- Twin Bridges Middle School — 10.1 mi · Grades 5–8 · 73 students
About Twin Bridges K-12 Schools
Twin Bridges K-12 Schools serves zip code 59751, covering Silver Star, Montana with grades Pre-K–12th. Whether you’re researching a move, evaluating a home purchase, or preparing to enroll a child, the sections below give you a complete picture of this district’s resources, size, and what its rating means for your family.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
Twin Bridges K-12 Schools has earned an overall SchoolDistrictFinder rating of 10/10, placing it in the top-tier tier. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2021–22 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Montana is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
⚠️ Small-district caveat. Twin Bridges K-12 Schools enrolls 210 students. A percentile rank drawn from so few test-takers is statistically unstable — it can move several points from one year to the next on normal variation alone, and a single class of students can swing it. Treat this rating as a rough signal rather than a precise ranking, and look at the school-level detail below before drawing conclusions.
Twin Bridges K-12 Schools ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Montana on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 59751 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 59751
Children in zip code 59751 are assigned to Twin Bridges K-12 Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K–12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 59751, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Twin Bridges K-12 Schools at the number listed on the district website or visit the district’s official website. Typical enrollment documents include proof of residency (lease or deed plus a utility bill), your child’s birth certificate, current immunization records, and prior school records. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Montana districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Silver Star
School district quality is one of the most consistent factors in residential home pricing. Because Twin Bridges K-12 Schools serves zip code 59751, homes in and around zip code 59751 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Montana, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Twin Bridges K-12 Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 59751.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments and phone numbers are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring; per-pupil spending comes from the US Census Bureau's Annual Survey of School System Finances, released about two years after the fiscal year it covers. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Twin Bridges K-12 Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 59751 data.