Chester-joplin-inverness High School

101 School Street
Chester, MT 59522
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 62 students in grades 9-12, Chester-joplin-inverness High School ranks in the top 30% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 62 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Chester-joplin-inverness High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Chester-joplin-inverness High School's student population of 62 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
62 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers

School Rankings

Chester-joplin-inverness High School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester-joplin-inverness 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
<50%
35%
<50%
46%
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
3%
1%
White
90%
77%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.19
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
21%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chester-joplin-inverness High School's ranking?
Chester-joplin-inverness High School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Chester-joplin-inverness High School?
The graduation rate of Chester-joplin-inverness High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Chester-joplin-inverness High School?
62 students attend Chester-joplin-inverness High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Chester-joplin-inverness High School students are White, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester-joplin-inverness High School?
Chester-joplin-inverness High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chester-joplin-inverness High School offer ?
Chester-joplin-inverness High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chester-joplin-inverness High School part of?
Chester-joplin-inverness High School is part of Chester-Joplin-Inverness High School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 62 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 10%
  • : ≥50% (Btm 50%)
  • : Top 30%
  • : <50% (Top 20%)
  • : <50% (Top 50%)
  • : <50% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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