Serving 78 students in grades 9-12, Powder River Co Dist High School ranks in the top 30% 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 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 78 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Powder River Co Dist High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Powder River Co Dist High School's student population of 78 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 8 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
78 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
8 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Powder River Co Dist High School ranks within the top 30% of all 707 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powder River Co Dist High School is 0.17, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#180 out of 707 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
1%
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powder River Co Dist High School's ranking?
Powder River Co Dist High School is ranked #180 out of 707 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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 36% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powder River Co Dist High School?
The graduation rate of Powder River Co Dist High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Powder River Co Dist High School?
78 students attend Powder River Co Dist High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Powder River Co Dist High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Powder River Co Dist High School?
Powder River Co Dist High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Powder River Co Dist High School offer ?
Powder River Co Dist High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Powder River Co Dist High School part of?
Powder River Co Dist High School is part of Powder River Co Dist H S School District.
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