Serving 517 students in grades 9-12, Polson 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Top 30% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Polson High School's student population of 517 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
517 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Polson 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 Polson High School is 0.53, 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
#423 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
33%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
60%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)51.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Polson High School's ranking?
Polson High School is ranked #423 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Polson High School often compared to?
Polson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ronan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Polson High School?
The graduation rate of Polson High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Polson High School?
517 students attend Polson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Polson High School students are White, 33% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Polson High School?
Polson High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Polson High School offer ?
Polson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Polson High School part of?
Polson High School is part of Polson High School District.
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