Serving 24 students in grades 9-12, Richey 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). 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 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Richey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Richey High School's student population of 24 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenging students today to succeed in a changing world tomorrow
School Rankings
The diversity score of Richey High School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
8%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
17%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Richey High School?
The graduation rate of Richey High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Richey High School?
24 students attend Richey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Richey High School students are White, 8% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Richey High School?
Richey High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Richey High School offer ?
Richey High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Richey High School part of?
Richey High School is part of Richey High School District.
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