Serving 1,279 students in grades 9-12, Bozeman High School ranks in the top 10% 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 53% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,279 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Top 20% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Bozeman High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Bozeman, MT, covering approximately 666.2 square miles. Families in the area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.5 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 25.2 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bozeman High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bozeman High School's student population of 1,279 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,279 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1887
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bozeman High School ranks within the top 10% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bozeman High School is 0.27, 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
#45 out of 696 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 24-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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
90%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.5%
35.9%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and Black
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bozeman High School's ranking?
Bozeman High School is ranked #45 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Bozeman High School often compared to?
Bozeman High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belgrade High School, Gallatin High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bozeman High School?
The graduation rate of Bozeman High School is 90%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Bozeman High School?
1,279 students attend Bozeman High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Bozeman High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bozeman High School?
Bozeman High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bozeman High School offer ?
Bozeman High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Bozeman High School part of?
Bozeman High School is part of Bozeman High School District.
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