Red Lodge High School is a high school that serves several towns in Carbon County, Montana, including Red Lodge, Luther, and Washoe. Approximately 200 students attend the school. Red Lodge High School is located near the northern end of Red Lodge, adjacent to the sports fields and Yellowstone Wildlife Sanctuary.
Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Red Lodge High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Red Lodge High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Red Lodge High School's student population of 176 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Red Lodge High School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Red Lodge High School is 0.21, 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
#333 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
89%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: "redskins" Through 2010-2011, "rams" Starting 2011-2012]
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Lodge High School's ranking?
Red Lodge High School is ranked #333 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Red Lodge High School often compared to?
Red Lodge High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Belfry High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Red Lodge High School?
The graduation rate of Red Lodge High School is 90%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Red Lodge High School?
176 students attend Red Lodge High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Red Lodge High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Red Lodge High School?
Red Lodge High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Red Lodge High School offer ?
Red Lodge High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Red Lodge High School part of?
Red Lodge High School is part of Red Lodge High School District.
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