Serving 84 students in grades 9-12, Hays-lodge Pole 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 37%). 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 17:1 is higher than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 84 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Graduation Rate: 40-59% (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
Hays-lodge Pole High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hays-lodge Pole High School's student population of 84 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
84 students
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
1949
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hays-lodge Pole High School ranks within the top 30% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hays-lodge Pole High School is 0.04, 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
#159 out of 696 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
98%
10%
Hispanic
2%
7%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
40-59%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)90.5%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (08-09)
11%
10%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbirds
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hays-lodge Pole High School's ranking?
Hays-lodge Pole High School is ranked #159 out of 696 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 37% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hays-lodge Pole High School?
The graduation rate of Hays-lodge Pole High School is 40-59%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Hays-lodge Pole High School?
84 students attend Hays-lodge Pole High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Hays-lodge Pole High School students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hays-lodge Pole High School?
Hays-lodge Pole High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hays-lodge Pole High School offer ?
Hays-lodge Pole High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Hays-lodge Pole High School part of?
Hays-lodge Pole High School is part of Hays-Lodge Pole K-12 Schls School District.
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