Serving 32 students in grades 9-12, Highwood High School ranks in the top 20% 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 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than 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 9% of the student body (majority Hispanic and American Indian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 9%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Highwood High School's student population of 32 students has grown by 60% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highwood High School ranks within the top 20% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highwood High School is 0.17, 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
#88 out of 722 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
91%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(19-20)≥50%
83%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
16%
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 Highwood High School's ranking?
Highwood High School is ranked #88 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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 35% MT state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highwood High School?
The graduation rate of Highwood High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 83%.
How many students attend Highwood High School?
32 students attend Highwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
91% of Highwood High School students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highwood High School?
Highwood High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highwood High School offer ?
Highwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highwood High School part of?
Highwood High School is part of Highwood K-12 School District.
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