Serving 40 students in grades 9-12, Terry High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, 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 42%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 40 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Terry High School's student population of 40 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
40 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
School Rankings
The diversity score of Terry High School is 0.35, 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)
(17-18)<50%
42%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)<50%
51%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
10%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
5%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
80%
77%
Hawaiian
2%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(20-21)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 42% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terry High School?
The graduation rate of Terry High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Terry High School?
40 students attend Terry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Terry High School students are White, 10% of students are American Indian, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Terry High School?
Terry High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Terry High School offer ?
Terry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Terry High School part of?
Terry High School is part of Terry K-12 Schools School District.
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