Serving 79 students in grades 9-12, Absarokee High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 79 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Absarokee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Absarokee High School's student population of 79 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
79 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Absarokee High School ranks within the top 20% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Absarokee High School is 0.15, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#88 out of 722 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Absarokee High School's ranking?
Absarokee High School is ranked #88 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Absarokee High School?
The graduation rate of Absarokee High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Absarokee High School?
79 students attend Absarokee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Absarokee High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Absarokee High School?
Absarokee High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Absarokee High School offer ?
Absarokee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Absarokee High School part of?
Absarokee High School is part of Absarokee High School District.
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