Serving 25 students in grades 9-12, Highwood High School ranks in the top 20% 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 5:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 25 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Highwood High School serves the entire district of Highwood, MT, with an attendance zone encompassing approximately 364.4 square miles. Families typically drive 15 to 20 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest area being about 16.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Highwood High School's student population of 25 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
25 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Highwood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highwood High School is 0.08, 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
#107 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
96%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)40%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highwood High School's ranking?
Highwood High School is ranked #107 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 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 Highwood High School?
The graduation rate of Highwood High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Highwood High School?
25 students attend Highwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Highwood High School students are White, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highwood High School?
Highwood High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highwood High School offer ?
Highwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highwood High School part of?
Highwood High School is part of Highwood K-12 School District.
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