Serving 101 students in grades 9-12, Plentywood 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 21-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 101 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Plentywood High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Plentywood school district, covering an area of approximately 851.4 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 14.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 27.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Plentywood High School's student population of 101 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
101 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1924
School Rankings
Plentywood 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 Plentywood High School is 0.15, 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
#374 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
White
92%
76%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.7%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
orange and black
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Plentywood High School's ranking?
Plentywood High School is ranked #374 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?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Plentywood High School?
The graduation rate of Plentywood High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Plentywood High School?
101 students attend Plentywood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Plentywood High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Plentywood High School?
Plentywood High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Plentywood High School offer ?
Plentywood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Plentywood High School part of?
Plentywood High School is part of Plentywood K-12 Schools.
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