Bigfork High School, part of Bigfork School District, is located in Bigfork, Montana. They are known as the Vikings and Valkyries.
Serving 352 students in grades 9-12, Bigfork 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bigfork High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Bigfork High School's student population of 352 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Colors
Royal blue, Scarlet
School Rankings
Bigfork High School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bigfork High School is 0.19, 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
#341 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
90%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bigfork High School's ranking?
Bigfork High School is ranked #341 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Bigfork High School often compared to?
Bigfork High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flathead High School, Columbia Falls High School, Glacier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bigfork High School?
The graduation rate of Bigfork High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Bigfork High School?
352 students attend Bigfork High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Bigfork High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bigfork High School?
Bigfork High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bigfork High School offer ?
Bigfork High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bigfork High School part of?
Bigfork High School is part of Bigfork High School District.
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