Serving 73 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 35%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 73 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- 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
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Heart Butte High School's student population of 73 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
73 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Rankings
Heart Butte High School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Heart Butte High School is 0.02, 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
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
99%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
8%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #174 out of 722 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 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Heart Butte High School?
The graduation rate of Heart Butte High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Heart Butte High School?
73 students attend Heart Butte High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Heart Butte High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Heart Butte High School?
Heart Butte High School has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (No virtual instruction).
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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