Serving 152 students in grades 9-12, Sweet Grass Co High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-39% (which is lower 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 2% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 152 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sweet Grass Co High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sweet Grass Co High School's student population of 152 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
152 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Rankings
Sweet Grass Co High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sweet Grass Co High School is 0.04, 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
#572 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
98%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Sweet Grass Co High School's ranking?
Sweet Grass Co High School is ranked #572 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
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 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sweet Grass Co High School?
The graduation rate of Sweet Grass Co High School is 90%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Sweet Grass Co High School?
152 students attend Sweet Grass Co High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Sweet Grass Co High School students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sweet Grass Co High School?
Sweet Grass Co High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sweet Grass Co High School offer ?
Sweet Grass Co High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sweet Grass Co High School part of?
Sweet Grass Co High School is part of Sweet Grass County High School District.
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