Serving 66 students in grades 9-12, Harlowton 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 ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 66 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Harlowton High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Harlowton, MT, encompassing approximately 1,198.3 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being 21 miles and the furthest edge located 28.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Harlowton High School's student population of 66 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
66 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
The Harlowton Public Schools accept the students as they are. Thereafter, the school and the teacher provide them maximum opportunity for learning, and personal and social development. The ultimate goal is for students to acquire knowledge and to apply it
School Rankings
Harlowton 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 Harlowton High School is 0.32, 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
#371 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
3%
10%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
7%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
82%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85.5%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harlowton High School's ranking?
Harlowton High School is ranked #371 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
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 ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Harlowton High School?
The graduation rate of Harlowton High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Harlowton High School?
66 students attend Harlowton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Harlowton High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harlowton High School?
Harlowton High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Harlowton High School offer ?
Harlowton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harlowton High School part of?
Harlowton High School is part of Harlowton K-12 School District.
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