Serving 1,430 students in grades 9-12, Glacier High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 36% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Top 30% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glacier High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Glacier High School's student population of 1,430 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Glacier High School ranks within the top 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier High School is 0.19, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#310 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
4%
5%
Black
1%
1%
White
90%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glacier High School's ranking?
Glacier High School is ranked #310 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Glacier High School often compared to?
Glacier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flathead High School, Whitefish High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glacier High School?
The graduation rate of Glacier High School is 86%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Glacier High School?
1,430 students attend Glacier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Glacier High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Glacier High School?
Glacier High School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Glacier High School offer ?
Glacier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Glacier High School part of?
Glacier High School is part of Flathead H S School District.
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