Serving 174 students in grades 9-12, Lodge Grass 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 174 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lodge Grass High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Lodge Grass, MT, covering approximately 1,137.4 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 20 to 30 minutes, with an average distance of 19.5 miles to the zone's edge and the furthest point being 31.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lodge Grass High School's student population of 174 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
174 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lodge Grass 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 Lodge Grass 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
#625 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
99%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-69%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)96.6%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
7%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lodge Grass High School's ranking?
Lodge Grass High School is ranked #625 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 ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lodge Grass High School?
The graduation rate of Lodge Grass High School is 60-69%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Lodge Grass High School?
174 students attend Lodge Grass High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Lodge Grass High School students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lodge Grass High School?
Lodge Grass High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lodge Grass High School offer ?
Lodge Grass High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Lodge Grass High School part of?
Lodge Grass High School is part of Lodge Grass High School District.
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