Florence-carlton High School

5602 Old Highway 93
Florence, MT 59833
(School attendance zone shown in map)
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 249 students in grades 9-12, Florence-carlton High School ranks in the bottom 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 90-94% (Top 5% in MT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Florence-carlton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Florence-carlton High School's student population of 249 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers

School Rankings

Florence-carlton High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Florence-carlton High School is 0.22, 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.
This School
State Level (MT)
#587 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
15-19%
35%
40-44%
46%
30-34%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.22
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Florence-carlton High School's ranking?
Florence-carlton High School is ranked #587 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Florence-carlton High School often compared to?
Florence-carlton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stevensville High School, Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Florence-carlton High School?
The graduation rate of Florence-carlton High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Florence-carlton High School?
249 students attend Florence-carlton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Florence-carlton High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Florence-carlton High School?
Florence-carlton High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Florence-carlton High School offer ?
Florence-carlton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Florence-carlton High School part of?
Florence-carlton High School is part of Florence-Carlton K-12 Schls School District.

School Reviews

3   1/19/2022
I have 4 kids who have attended this school and graduated with High Honors. The teachers are compassionate and truly care about giving the students the best education possible. They offer several dual credit courses as well for students heading to college. I love the small-town feel as well as the great education they provide.
- Posted by Parent - Parent of FCHS Students
5   8/16/2010
I attended this school, and have been involved in its activities and with its students, teachers, coaches, and staff recently. I have found that the school offers a strong education. The teachers that they have on staff now and when I went to school there are intelligent, dedicated, hard-working, and committed to the students' education. There are more sports programs now than when I went there and the teams have made successful showings at tournaments in recent years. Numerous students get athletic scholarships as well, so they are being seen by necessary people. There are also more AP classes offered than before and I believe all or most of the students pass the AP tests and are able to take those credits on to college. Students also recieve many academic scholarships, awards, and other recognition (newspaper articles, publication, etc.) I think the school does great based on what it has to work with. It is a small town with only some people being supportive of its students, teachers, administration, programs, etc. Parents should be more involved, but that is an individual choice that this review and anyone reading it has absolutely no control over (unless a parent of a Florence student is reading). When I went on to college from this high school I was very successful and I believe I owe it largely to my Florence education.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - dawnp
2   9/26/2007
I, regretfully, attended this inadequate establishment. The incompetent teachers lack both the capability and credibility to efficiently do their job, most of which being jaded/corrupted with little concern for student security and well-being. The educational standards are lacking and there are few/no AP or college prep. classes to speak of. All extracurricular activities are on a budget and most currently being cut for lack thereof. They're maintained at an insufficient level focusing on teacher salary instead of student benefit. Even parental involvement is low, and the few that actually do help out are the only reason this excuse for an educational environment is still running.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - right

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 249 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 12%
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 15-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-44% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-34% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education

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