Best Jefferson County Public High Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 449 students in Jefferson County, MT. The top-ranked public high schools in Jefferson County, MT are Jefferson High School and Whitehall High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Jefferson County, MT public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Montana public high school average of 32%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 43% statewide average). High schools in Jefferson County have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Montana public high schools.
Jefferson County, MT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is equal to the Montana average of 83%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Jefferson High School, with 80-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Montana or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high school average of 23% (majority American Indian).

Best Public High Schools in Jefferson County (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
312 South Main
Boulder, MT 59632
(406) 225-3317
Gr: 9-12 | 297 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 5%
Rank: #22.
Whitehall High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1 W Yellowstone
Whitehall, MT 59759
(406) 287-3862
Gr: 9-12 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 9%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in Jefferson County, MT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Jefferson County, MT include Jefferson High School and Whitehall High School. Jefferson County has one of the highest concentrations of top-ranked public schools in Montana.
How many public high schools are located in Jefferson County?
2 public high schools are located in Jefferson County.
What is the racial composition of students in Jefferson County?
Jefferson County public high schools minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Montana public high schools average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Which public high schools in Jefferson County are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Jefferson County include: Jefferson High School vs. Whitehall High School

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