Serving 32 students in grades 9-12, Melstone 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 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 47%).
The student-teacher ratio of 6:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 32 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Top 1% in MT)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melstone High School's student population of 32 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
32 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Motto
Achieving Excellence
School Rankings
The diversity score of Melstone High School is 0.22, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
47%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)<50%
28%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
3%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
6%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
88%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 36% MT state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 47% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Melstone High School?
The graduation rate of Melstone High School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Melstone High School?
32 students attend Melstone High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Melstone High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melstone High School?
Melstone High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Melstone High School offer ?
Melstone High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melstone High School part of?
Melstone High School is part of Melstone H S School District.
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