Denton High School serves 7 students in grades 9-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%) for the 2018-19 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 50%) for the 2018-19 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 2:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Black and American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 7 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 2:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Denton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Denton High School's student population of 7 students has declined by 70% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
7 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denton High School is 0.45, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
2:1
12:1
American Indian
14%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
14%
1%
White
72%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
29%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 42% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Denton High School?
The graduation rate of Denton High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Denton High School?
7 students attend Denton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Denton High School students are White, 14% of students are American Indian, and 14% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Denton High School?
Denton High School has a student ration of 2:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Denton High School offer ?
Denton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Denton High School part of?
Denton High School is part of Denton H S School District.
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