Serving 185 students in grades 9-12, Thompson Falls High School ranks in the top 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 20-29% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 185 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 20% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Thompson Falls High School's student population of 185 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
185 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Thompson Falls High School ranks within the top 50% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thompson Falls High School is 0.26, 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
#344 out of 722 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
86%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Thompson Falls High School's ranking?
Thompson Falls High School is ranked #344 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Thompson Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Thompson Falls High School is 90%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Thompson Falls High School?
185 students attend Thompson Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Thompson Falls High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Falls High School?
Thompson Falls High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thompson Falls High School offer ?
Thompson Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Falls High School part of?
Thompson Falls High School is part of Thompson Falls High School District.
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