Serving 239 students in grades 9-12, Manhattan 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 40-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 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 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 239 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 5%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 1% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Manhattan High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Manhattan High School's student population of 239 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
239 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Manhattan 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 Manhattan High School is 0.10, 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
#116 out of 722 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
95%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Manhattan High School's ranking?
Manhattan High School is ranked #116 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Manhattan High School often compared to?
Manhattan High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bozeman High School, Belgrade High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Manhattan High School?
The graduation rate of Manhattan High School is 95%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Manhattan High School?
239 students attend Manhattan High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
95% of Manhattan High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Manhattan High School?
Manhattan High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Manhattan High School offer ?
Manhattan High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Manhattan High School part of?
Manhattan High School is part of Manhattan High School District.
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