Serving 70 students in grades 9-12, West Yellowstone 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 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian and Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 70 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Yellowstone High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Yellowstone High School's student population of 70 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
70 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 15, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
West Yellowstone 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 West Yellowstone High School is 0.56, 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
#625 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
10%
Asian
3%
1%
Hispanic
40%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
53%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
20%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Yellowstone High School's ranking?
West Yellowstone High School is ranked #625 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are West Yellowstone High School often compared to?
West Yellowstone High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Three Forks High School, Bozeman High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Yellowstone High School?
The graduation rate of West Yellowstone High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend West Yellowstone High School?
70 students attend West Yellowstone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of West Yellowstone High School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Yellowstone High School?
West Yellowstone High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Yellowstone High School offer ?
West Yellowstone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Yellowstone High School part of?
West Yellowstone High School is part of West Yellowstone K-12 School District.
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