Serving 181 students in grades 9-12, Powell County 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Powell County High School's student population of 181 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
181 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Powell County High School has as its mission to provide the environment and guidance needed to foster skilled, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic lifelong learners who will thrive in, and contribute to, the world they will inherit.
School Rankings
Powell County High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Powell County High School is 0.15, 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
#562 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
2%
1%
Hispanic
2%
7%
Black
n/a
1%
White
92%
76%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Powell County High School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Powell County High School's ranking?
Powell County High School is ranked #562 out of 696 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Powell County High School?
The graduation rate of Powell County High School is 70-79%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Powell County High School?
181 students attend Powell County High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Powell County High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Powell County High School?
Powell County High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Powell County High School offer ?
Powell County High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Powell County High School part of?
Powell County High School is part of Powell County High School District.
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