Serving 55 students in grades 9-12, Gardiner High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% 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: 55 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Gardiner High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Gardiner, MT, encompassing approximately 815.8 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 45.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gardiner High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Gardiner High School's student population of 55 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
55 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Gardiner High School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gardiner High School is 0.26, 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
#107 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
White
86%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 33-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gardiner High School's ranking?
Gardiner High School is ranked #107 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Gardiner High School?
The graduation rate of Gardiner High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Gardiner High School?
55 students attend Gardiner High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Gardiner High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gardiner High School?
Gardiner High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gardiner High School offer ?
Gardiner High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gardiner High School part of?
Gardiner High School is part of Gardiner High School District.
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