Serving 1,265 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 17:1 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 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- 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%)
- 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 1,265 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,265 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1887
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
7%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
85%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
86%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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, Manhattan 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 86%.
How many students attend Bozeman High School?
1,265 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, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 17:1, 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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