Serving 618 students in grades 9-12, Whitefish High School ranks in the top 20% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 5% 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: 618 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Whitefish High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Whitefish, MT, encompassing approximately 587.7 square miles. This area typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with an average distance of 14.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 30.9 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whitefish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Whitefish High School's student population of 618 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
618 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Whitefish 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 Whitefish High School is 0.10, 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
#134 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
2%
7%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
1%
White
95%
76%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
85.5%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
50%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Whitefish High School's ranking?
Whitefish High School is ranked #134 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Whitefish High School often compared to?
Whitefish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier High School, Columbia Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitefish High School?
The graduation rate of Whitefish High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 85.5%.
How many students attend Whitefish High School?
618 students attend Whitefish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Whitefish High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitefish High School?
Whitefish High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whitefish High School offer ?
Whitefish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitefish High School part of?
Whitefish High School is part of Whitefish High School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Crappy Administration, some old and tired teachers, lots of drugs and booze. If your kid is not a jock, beware.
5 10/10/2025
Academics are strong, many students accepted to high quality universities and doing well. Strong offering of school sports--soccer, cross country, volleyball are top in state. Many rewards for academics. Building is aging but fine.
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