Serving 140 students in grades 9-12, Arlee 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% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (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 77% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlee High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Arlee High School's student population of 140 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Arlee 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 Arlee High School is 0.66, which is more 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
#602 out of 722 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
35%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%

Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1

American Indian
51%
10%

Asian
n/a
1%

Hispanic
10%
6%

Black
n/a
1%
White
23%
77%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
60-79%
86%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
42%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch (15-16)
6%
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 Arlee High School's ranking?
Arlee High School is ranked #602 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlee High School?
The graduation rate of Arlee High School is 60-79%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Arlee High School?
140 students attend Arlee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Arlee High School students are American Indian, 23% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, and 10% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlee High School?
Arlee High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Arlee High School offer ?
Arlee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlee High School part of?
Arlee High School is part of Arlee High School District.
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