Serving 58 students in grades 9-12, Sheridan High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sheridan High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Sheridan, MT, covering approximately 818.2 square miles. The area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 25.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 48.5 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Sheridan High School's student population of 58 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
58 students
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Sheridan Schools will educate the whole person, empowering them to reach their highest individual potential.
School Rankings
Sheridan 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 Sheridan High School is 0.17, 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
#409 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Hispanic
2%
7%
White
91%
76%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85.5%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sheridan High School's ranking?
Sheridan High School is ranked #409 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Sheridan High School often compared to?
Sheridan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Twin Bridges High School, Ennis High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sheridan High School?
The graduation rate of Sheridan High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Sheridan High School?
58 students attend Sheridan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Sheridan High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sheridan High School?
Sheridan High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sheridan High School offer ?
Sheridan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sheridan High School part of?
Sheridan High School is part of Sheridan High School District.
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