Serving 21 students in grades 9-12, Augusta High School ranks in the top 30% 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 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 21 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augusta High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Augusta High School's student population of 21 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Augusta High School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Augusta High School is 0.27, 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
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
5%
1%
Hispanic
5%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
85%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augusta High School's ranking?
Augusta High School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 Augusta High School?
The graduation rate of Augusta High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Augusta High School?
21 students attend Augusta High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Augusta High School students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Augusta High School?
Augusta High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Augusta High School offer ?
Augusta High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Augusta High School part of?
Augusta High School is part of Augusta H S School District.
School Reviews
5 9/30/2014
We came to augusta from GF. My son is in 8th grade and loves the fact that he is not just a number. We were so impressed by the welcome we recieved and the office staff is AWESOME as well as the teachers and other students. It has made the transition great. Thanks so much JDW
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