Serving 84 students in grades 9-12, Hays-lodge Pole High School ranks in the top 30% 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 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Hays-Lodge Pole High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hays, MT, covering approximately 399.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with the average distance to the zone edge being about 11.9 miles and the furthest edge located 21.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hays-lodge Pole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Hays-lodge Pole High School's student population of 84 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1949
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hays-lodge Pole High School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hays-lodge Pole High School is 0.04, 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
#159 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
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
17:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
98%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
40-59%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)90.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
10%
Showing 2000–2009. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Thunderbirds
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hays-lodge Pole High School's ranking?
Hays-lodge Pole High School is ranked #159 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Hays-lodge Pole High School often compared to?
Hays-lodge Pole High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harlem High School by visitors of our site.
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 Hays-lodge Pole High School?
The graduation rate of Hays-lodge Pole High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Hays-lodge Pole High School?
84 students attend Hays-lodge Pole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hays-lodge Pole High School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hays-lodge Pole High School?
Hays-lodge Pole High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hays-lodge Pole High School offer ?
Hays-lodge Pole High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hays-lodge Pole High School part of?
Hays-lodge Pole High School is part of Hays-Lodge Pole K-12 Schls School District.
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