Serving 135 students in grades 9-12, Arlee High School ranks in the bottom 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 135 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Arlee High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Arlee, MT, encompassing approximately 274.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 19.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Arlee High School's student population of 135 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
135 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Arlee High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlee High School is 0.65, which is more 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
#619 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
51%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
26%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
16%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-89%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
7%
5%
Showing 2007–2016. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlee High School's ranking?
Arlee High School is ranked #619 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlee High School?
The graduation rate of Arlee High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Arlee High School?
135 students attend Arlee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Arlee High School students are American Indian, 26% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 7% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Arlee High School?
Arlee High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlee High School offer ?
Arlee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Arlee High School part of?
Arlee High School is part of Arlee High School District.
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