Hot Springs High School is a public secondary school in Hot Springs, Montana. Hot Springs High School is self-administered. The school, which serves students in grades 9-12, had an enrollment of 74 students as of 2003–2004, according to CCD data and an 11.6 student to teacher ratio.
Serving 51 students in grades 9-12, Hot Springs High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 35%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 51 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hot Springs High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Hot Springs High School's student population of 51 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
51 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Hot Springs High School ranks within the top 30% of all 722 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hot Springs High School is 0.51, 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
#174 out of 722 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
35%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
6%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
4%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
65%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
25%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Hot Springs High School's ranking?
Hot Springs High School is ranked #174 out of 722 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Montana.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 35% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hot Springs High School?
The graduation rate of Hot Springs High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hot Springs High School?
51 students attend Hot Springs High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Hot Springs High School students are White, 25% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hot Springs High School?
Hot Springs High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hot Springs High School offer ?
Hot Springs High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hot Springs High School part of?
Hot Springs High School is part of Hot Springs K-12 School District.
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