Serving 147 students in grades 9-12, Colstrip 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Colstrip High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Colstrip High School's student population of 147 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
147 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Colstrip High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Colstrip High School is 0.63, which is more 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
#612 out of 707 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
39%
11%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
8%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
47%
78%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Colstrip High School's ranking?
Colstrip High School is ranked #612 out of 707 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% MT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Colstrip High School?
The graduation rate of Colstrip High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Colstrip High School?
147 students attend Colstrip High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Colstrip High School students are White, 39% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Colstrip High School?
Colstrip High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Colstrip High School offer ?
Colstrip High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Colstrip High School part of?
Colstrip High School is part of Colstrip H S School District.
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