Serving 74 students in grades 9-12, Absarokee 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). 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 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Absarokee High School serves the entire Absarokee, MT district, covering approximately 619.7 square miles. Most students can expect a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 38.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Absarokee High School's student population of 74 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
74 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Absarokee High School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 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
#307 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.2%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Absarokee High School's ranking?
Absarokee High School is ranked #307 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Absarokee High School often compared to?
Absarokee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Columbus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% 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?
74 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 American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Absarokee High School?
Absarokee High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Absarokee High School offer ?
Absarokee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Absarokee High School part of?
Absarokee High School is part of Absarokee High School District.
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