Below Average
#509 of 603 schools in MT
Butte High School
High School · Butte H S
111 North Montana, Butte, MT 59701
Enrollment
1,272
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,272
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Montana schools
#509 of 603
In Butte
#8 of 8
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About Butte High School
Butte High School is a public high school in Butte, MT, part of Butte H S. Butte High School serves approximately 1,272 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Butte High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #509 of 603 schools in MT.
Structured state assessment records for Butte High School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- MT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Butte High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
53% of students at Butte High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Butte High School — Students at Butte High School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 23 test records from MT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.9/10.
How Butte High School Compares
See how Butte High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
111 North Montana, Butte, MT 59701
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Butte High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BUTTE CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Whittier School (rated 7.0/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lincoln Primary (rated 7.0/10, 21.5 miles away, in nearby Anaconda), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Butte, see our Butte schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 21.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| BUTTE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Butte | 0.6 mi | 5.6 |
| BUTTE CENTRAL CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Butte | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| West Elementary School Butte | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| Emerson School Butte | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Kennedy School Butte | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| HIGHLAND VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Butte | 1.7 mi | — |
| East Middle School Butte | 1.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Whittier School Butte | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Margaret Leary School Butte | 3.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Hillcrest School Butte | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| SILVER BOW MONTESSORI SCHOOL Butte | 3.8 mi | — |
| Ramsay School Ramsay | 7.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Ramsay Middle School Ramsay | 7.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Divide School Divide | 20.8 mi | — |
| Basin School Basin | 22.3 mi | — |
| Melrose School Melrose | 27.1 mi | — |
| Lincoln Primary Anaconda | 21.5 mi | 7.0 |
| E F Duvall 7-8 Deer Lodge | 28.3 mi | 5.6 |
| O D Speer School Deer Lodge | 28.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Fred Moodry Intermediate Anaconda | 21.7 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,799
Median Home Value
$219,200
Median Rent
$811/mo
Population
34,245
College Educated
27.3%
Homeownership
69.6%
Avg Commute
16 min
Poverty Rate
16.6%
Median Age
40.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Billings Sr High School Billings, MT | 4.1 |
| C M Russell High School Great Falls, MT | 5.1 |
| Skyview High School Billings, MT | 4.1 |
| Great Falls High School Great Falls, MT | 3.9 |
| Flathead High School Kalispell, MT | 5.5 |
| Belgrade High School Belgrade, MT | 5.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Butte High School
What grades does Butte High School serve?
Butte High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Butte High School?
Butte High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,272 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Butte High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Butte High School is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Butte High School rank in MT?
Butte High School ranks #509 of 603 schools in MT.
What is Butte High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Butte High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Butte High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Butte High School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Butte High School a charter school?
No, Butte High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Butte High School a Title I school?
No, Butte High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Butte High School?
44.0% of students at Butte High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,272
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 79
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Silver Bow County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 53.2%
- Phone
- (406) 533-2220
- 4-Year Graduation
- 86.0%
Resources & Links
District
Butte H S- District Enrollment
- 1,272
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,554
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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