Serving 86 students in grades 9-12, Box Elder High School ranks in the top 50% 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 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 7:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Graduation Rate: 50-59% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Box Elder High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Box Elder, MT school district, covering approximately 168.2 square miles. Families typically drive 15-20 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 9.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 16.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Box Elder High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Box Elder High School's student population of 86 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
86 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Box Elder 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 Box Elder High School is 0.02, 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
#344 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
99%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
1%
7%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
50-59%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
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 (08-09)
10%
10%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 11-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 Box Elder High School's ranking?
Box Elder High School is ranked #344 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Box Elder High School often compared to?
Box Elder High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Boy High School, Havre High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 Box Elder High School?
The graduation rate of Box Elder High School is 50-59%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Box Elder High School?
86 students attend Box Elder High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Box Elder High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Box Elder High School?
Box Elder High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Box Elder High School offer ?
Box Elder High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Box Elder High School part of?
Box Elder High School is part of Box Elder High School District.
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