Serving 10 students in grades 9-12, Denton 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is equal to the Montana state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 10 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50%
- 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 10 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
10 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Denton High School is 0.46, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥50%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
10%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
70%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
20%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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?
10 students attend Denton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Denton High School students are White, 20% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Denton High School?
Denton High School has a student ration of 5:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Denton High School part of?
Denton High School is part of Denton H S School District.
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