Serving 59 students in grades 9-12, Shields Valley High School ranks in the top 20% 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 37%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 59 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shields Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Shields Valley High School's student population of 59 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
59 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Shields Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shields Valley 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
#107 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
2%
1%
White
91%
77%
Hawaiian
2%
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
27%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
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 is Shields Valley High School's ranking?
Shields Valley High School is ranked #107 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 37% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shields Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Shields Valley High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Shields Valley High School?
59 students attend Shields Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Shields Valley High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shields Valley High School?
Shields Valley High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shields Valley High School offer ?
Shields Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shields Valley High School part of?
Shields Valley High School is part of Shields Valley High School District.
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