Serving 31 students in grades 9-12, Nashua 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 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 31 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- 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 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Nashua High School's attendance zone covers the entire Nashua school district, encompassing an area of approximately 441.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, which stretches up to 24.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nashua High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Nashua High School's student population of 31 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 3 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
31 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Nashua 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 Nashua High School is 0.50, which is more 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
10:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
7%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
85.5%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nashua High School's ranking?
Nashua 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 Nashua High School?
The graduation rate of Nashua High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Nashua High School?
31 students attend Nashua High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Nashua High School students are White, 19% of students are American Indian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nashua High School?
Nashua High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nashua High School offer ?
Nashua High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nashua High School part of?
Nashua High School is part of Nashua K-12 Schools.
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