Serving 175 students in grades 9-12, Harlem 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 175 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harlem High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Harlem, MT, encompassing an area of approximately 1,590.8 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 27.4 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 64.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlem High School's student population of 175 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
175 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Rankings
Harlem 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 Harlem High School is 0.15, 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
#625 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
92%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
2%
76%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
16%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlem High School's ranking?
Harlem High School is ranked #625 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Harlem High School often compared to?
Harlem High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hays-lodge Pole High School, Chinook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlem High School?
The graduation rate of Harlem High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Harlem High School?
175 students attend Harlem High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Harlem High School students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlem High School?
Harlem High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harlem High School offer ?
Harlem High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Harlem High School part of?
Harlem High School is part of Harlem High School District.
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