Serving 14 students in grades 9-12, Ryegate High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 22% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 14 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 4:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ryegate High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Ryegate High School's student population of 14 students has grown by 55% over five school years.
The teacher population of 4 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
14 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Ryegate High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.38. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(16-17)<50%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
11%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
5%
Black
n/a
1%
White
93%
78%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)≥50%
84%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ryegate High School?
The graduation rate of Ryegate High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 84%.
How many students attend Ryegate High School?
14 students attend Ryegate High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Ryegate High School students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ryegate High School?
Ryegate High School has a student ration of 4:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ryegate High School offer ?
Ryegate High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ryegate High School part of?
Ryegate High School is part of Ryegate K-12 Schools School District.
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