Serving 1,148 students in grades 9-12, Big Sky 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 28% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority American Indian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,148 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Big Sky High School serves the southwest part of Missoula, MT, covering an area of approximately 177.8 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 18.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Big Sky High School's student population of 1,148 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,148 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1980
School Motto
Forward Thinking, High Achieving
School Rankings
Big Sky 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 Big Sky High School is 0.29, 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
#474 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
37%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
46%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
83%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Big Sky High School's ranking?
Big Sky High School is ranked #474 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Big Sky High School often compared to?
Big Sky High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sentinel High School, Hellgate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Big Sky High School?
The graduation rate of Big Sky High School is 83%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Big Sky High School?
1,148 students attend Big Sky High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Big Sky High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Big Sky High School?
Big Sky High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Big Sky High School offer ?
Big Sky High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Big Sky High School part of?
Big Sky High School is part of Missoula High School District.
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