Serving 121 students in grades 9-12, St. Ignatius High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is approximately equal to the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 70% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is higher than the Montana state average of 24% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Top 30% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
St. Ignatius High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
St. Ignatius High School's student population of 121 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Home of the Bulldogs
School Rankings
St. Ignatius High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of St. Ignatius High School is 0.63, 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
#511 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
52%
10%
Hispanic
6%
7%
Black
1%
1%
White
30%
76%
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
86%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.8%
35.9%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
50%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
11%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. Ignatius High School's ranking?
St. Ignatius High School is ranked #511 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are St. Ignatius High School often compared to?
St. Ignatius High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Two Eagle River School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of St. Ignatius High School?
The graduation rate of St. Ignatius High School is 80-89%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend St. Ignatius High School?
121 students attend St. Ignatius High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of St. Ignatius High School students are American Indian, 30% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of St. Ignatius High School?
St. Ignatius High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does St. Ignatius High School offer ?
St. Ignatius High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is St. Ignatius High School part of?
St. Ignatius High School is part of St Ignatius K-12 Schools.
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