Serving 1,266 students in grades 9-12, Butte 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 25% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower 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 and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,266 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: 85% (Top 30% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Butte High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Butte, MT school district, covering approximately 690.5 square miles. The typical drive to the school is between 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 18.1 miles and the furthest edge located 28.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Butte High School's student population of 1,266 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,266 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
1896
School Calendar
School Rankings
Butte 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 Butte 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
#566 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Butte High School's ranking?
Butte High School is ranked #566 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Butte High School?
The graduation rate of Butte High School is 85%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Butte High School?
1,266 students attend Butte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Butte High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Butte High School?
Butte High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Butte High School offer ?
Butte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Butte High School part of?
Butte High School is part of Butte High School District.
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