Serving 1,402 students in grades 9-12, Glacier High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (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 12% 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: 1,402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Glacier High School serves the northeast part of Kalispell, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 109 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a driving time of 10-15 minutes to the school, with the furthest point being about 12.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glacier High School's student population of 1,402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 87 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,402 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
87 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
Campus Size
60 acres
School Motto
Know Better, Do Better, Be Better
School Rankings
Glacier High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glacier 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#357 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
37%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
82%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Mascot
Wolfpack
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glacier High School's ranking?
Glacier High School is ranked #357 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Glacier High School often compared to?
Glacier High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Flathead High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glacier High School?
The graduation rate of Glacier High School is 82%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Glacier High School?
1,402 students attend Glacier High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Glacier High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glacier High School?
Glacier High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Glacier High School offer ?
Glacier High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Glacier High School part of?
Glacier High School is part of Flathead High School District.
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