Serving 77 students in grades 9-12, Culbertson High School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Culbertson High School serves the entire district of Culbertson, MT, covering an area of approximately 206.1 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 15.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Culbertson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Culbertson High School's student population of 77 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
77 students
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Culbertson 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 Culbertson High School is 0.53, which is more 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
#403 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
21%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
9%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
65%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)50.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Culbertson High School's ranking?
Culbertson High School is ranked #403 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?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Culbertson High School?
The graduation rate of Culbertson High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Culbertson High School?
77 students attend Culbertson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Culbertson High School students are White, 21% of students are American Indian, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Culbertson High School?
Culbertson High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Culbertson High School offer ?
Culbertson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Culbertson High School part of?
Culbertson High School is part of Culbertson High School District.
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