Serving 281 students in grades 9-12, Anaconda Sr 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 281 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Anaconda Sr High School's student population of 281 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
281 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Anaconda Sr 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 Anaconda Sr High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.39. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#665 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Anaconda Sr High School's ranking?
Anaconda Sr High School is ranked #665 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Anaconda Sr High School?
The graduation rate of Anaconda Sr High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Anaconda Sr High School?
281 students attend Anaconda Sr High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Anaconda Sr High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Anaconda Sr High School?
Anaconda Sr High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Anaconda Sr High School offer ?
Anaconda Sr High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Anaconda Sr High School part of?
Anaconda Sr High School is part of Anaconda High School District.
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