Serving 1,541 students in grades 9-12, Flathead High School ranks in the top 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 29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,541 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Flathead High School serves the eastern part of Kalispell, MT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 424.9 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 15-20 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located about 18.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Flathead High School's student population of 1,541 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,541 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1903
School Calendar
School Rankings
Flathead High School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flathead High School is 0.21, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#325 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
White
89%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Graduation Rate
80%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flathead High School's ranking?
Flathead High School is ranked #325 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Flathead High School often compared to?
Flathead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Flathead High School?
The graduation rate of Flathead High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Flathead High School?
1,541 students attend Flathead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Flathead High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Flathead High School?
Flathead High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Flathead High School offer ?
Flathead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Flathead High School part of?
Flathead High School is part of Flathead High School District.
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