Serving 630 students in grades 9-12, Whitefish High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 5% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
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Whitefish High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
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Whitefish High School's student population of 630 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
Whitefish High School ranks within the top 20% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whitefish High School is 0.12, 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
#134 out of 696 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
10%
Asian
1%
1%
Hispanic
2%
6%
Black
1%
1%
White
94%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Whitefish High School's ranking?
Whitefish High School is ranked #134 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Whitefish High School often compared to?
Whitefish High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Glacier High School, Columbia Falls High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Whitefish High School?
The graduation rate of Whitefish High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Whitefish High School?
630 students attend Whitefish High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Whitefish High School students are White, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whitefish High School?
Whitefish High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whitefish High School offer ?
Whitefish High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whitefish High School part of?
Whitefish High School is part of Whitefish H S School District.
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Crappy Administration, some old and tired teachers, lots of drugs and booze. If your kid is not a jock, beware.
Academics are strong, many students accepted to high quality universities and doing well. Strong offering of school sports--soccer, cross country, volleyball are top in state. Many rewards for academics. Building is aging but fine.
Review Whitefish High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
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