Serving 24 students in grades 9-12, Dodson 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Dodson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Dodson, MT, covering approximately 986.3 square miles. Families typically face a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 20.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 57.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Dodson High School's student population of 24 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
The diversity score of Dodson High School is 0.30, which is less 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)
(21-22)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
83%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
4%
7%
Showing 2011–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
9%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)95.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
10%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dodson High School often compared to?
Dodson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Malta High School, Saco High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dodson High School?
The graduation rate of Dodson High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Dodson High School?
24 students attend Dodson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dodson High School students are American Indian, 9% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dodson High School?
Dodson High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dodson High School offer ?
Dodson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dodson High School part of?
Dodson High School is part of Dodson K-12 School District.
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