Serving 576 students in grades 9-12, Whitefish High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitefish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Whitefish High School's student population of 576 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
576 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Whitefish 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 Whitefish High School is 0.10, 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
#244 out of 707 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
3%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
95%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Whitefish High School's ranking?
Whitefish High School is ranked #244 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Whitefish High School often compared to?
Whitefish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier High School, Columbia Falls High School, Flathead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitefish High School?
The graduation rate of Whitefish High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Whitefish High School?
576 students attend Whitefish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Whitefish High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Whitefish High School?
Whitefish High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whitefish High School offer ?
Whitefish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Whitefish High School part of?
Whitefish High School is part of Whitefish H S School District.
School Reviews
5 2/6/2011
Academics are strong, many students accepted to high quality universities and doing well. Strong offering of school sports--soccer, cross country, volleyball are top in state. Many rewards for academics. Building is aging but fine.
2 6/1/2009
Crappy Administration, some old and tired teachers, lots of drugs and booze. If your kid is not a jock, beware.
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