Serving 107 students in grades 9-12, Choteau 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Choteau High School's student population of 107 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Choteau High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Choteau High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#375 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
2%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Choteau High School's ranking?
Choteau High School is ranked #375 out of 722 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Choteau High School?
The graduation rate of Choteau High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Choteau High School?
107 students attend Choteau High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Choteau High School students are White, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Choteau High School?
Choteau High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Choteau High School offer ?
Choteau High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Choteau High School part of?
Choteau High School is part of Choteau H S School District.
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