Serving 54 students in grades 9-12, White Sulphur Springs High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 54 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: White Sulphur Springs High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 2,394.8 square miles around White Sulphur Springs, MT, with a typical drive to the school ranging from 20 to 30 minutes. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is 26.4 miles, reaching up to 43.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
White Sulphur Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
White Sulphur Springs High School's student population of 54 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
54 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
White Sulphur Springs High School ranks within the top 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of White Sulphur Springs High School is 0.27, 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
#244 out of 696 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
9%
5%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥80%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)31.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Hornets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is White Sulphur Springs High School's ranking?
White Sulphur Springs High School is ranked #244 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of White Sulphur Springs High School?
The graduation rate of White Sulphur Springs High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend White Sulphur Springs High School?
54 students attend White Sulphur Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of White Sulphur Springs High School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of White Sulphur Springs High School?
White Sulphur Springs High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does White Sulphur Springs High School offer ?
White Sulphur Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is White Sulphur Springs High School part of?
White Sulphur Springs High School is part of White Sulphur Spgs K-12 School District.
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