Serving 82 students in grades 9-12, Heart Butte 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Heart Butte High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Heart Butte High School's student population of 82 students has grown by 34% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
82 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Heart Butte High School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heart Butte High School is 0.00, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Heart Butte High School's ranking?
Heart Butte High School is ranked #180 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 36% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heart Butte High School?
The graduation rate of Heart Butte High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Heart Butte High School?
82 students attend Heart Butte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Heart Butte High School students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heart Butte High School?
Heart Butte High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Heart Butte High School offer ?
Heart Butte High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Heart Butte High School part of?
Heart Butte High School is part of Heart Butte K-12 Schools School District.
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