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#116 of 603 schools in MT

Top 19% in state

Garfield Co Dist HS

High School · Garfield County H S

Box 409, Jordan, MT 59337

Enrollment

57

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#116 of 603

In Jordan

#2 of 2

public schools

School environment

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Garfield Co Dist HS

7.9/10

High School in Jordan · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Garfield Co Dist HS

Garfield Co Dist HS is a public high school in Jordan, MT, part of Garfield County H S. Garfield Co Dist HS serves approximately 57 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Garfield Co Dist HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #116 of 603 schools in MT.

Structured state assessment records for Garfield Co Dist HS show 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above MT schools
  • This school 7.9 · Very Good
  • MT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 57 students, Garfield Co Dist HS is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Garfield Co Dist HS 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.

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Garfield Co Dist HS sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.0Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency25% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-12.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
College Readiness9.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate80%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,909

Garfield Co Dist HS — Students at Garfield Co Dist HS score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 47.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from MT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
69.5%
ELA
69.5%
2012
Math
49.5%
ELA
69.5%
2014
Math
49.5%
ELA
49.5%
2016
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2018
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2019
Math
75%
ELA
25%
2020*
Math
24.5%
ELA
75%
2021*
Math
25%
ELA
75%
2022
Math
25%
ELA
25%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Garfield Co Dist HS Compares

See how Garfield Co Dist HS performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.9/10
81th percentile in MT
Academic
4.0/10
Below Average
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.9/10
Excellent
Sports
2
1 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
7 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Athletics2sports offered
1 boys'·1 girls'·4 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

Box 409, Jordan, MT 59337

Nearby Schools

4 within 22.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Jordan Elementary School Jordan 0.0 mi 8.9
Jordan 7-8 Jordan 0.0 mi
Kester School Jordan 20.9 mi
Cohagen School Cohagen 22.8 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59337 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$67,917

Median Home Value

$173,600

Median Rent

$821/mo

Population

575

College Educated

22.8%

Homeownership

70.5%

Poverty Rate

7.8%

Median Age

55.3

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Alberton High School Alberton, MT 7.9
Heart Butte High School Heart Butte, MT 7.9
Shields Valley High Schl Clyde Park, MT 7.9
Broadview High School Broadview, MT 8.0
Centerville High School Sand Coulee, MT 8.2
Drummond High School Drummond, MT 7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Garfield Co Dist HS

What grades does Garfield Co Dist HS serve?

Garfield Co Dist HS serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Garfield Co Dist HS?

Garfield Co Dist HS has an enrollment of approximately 57 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Garfield Co Dist HS?

The student-teacher ratio at Garfield Co Dist HS is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Garfield Co Dist HS rank in MT?

Garfield Co Dist HS ranks #116 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Garfield Co Dist HS's MySchoolScout rating?

Garfield Co Dist HS has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Garfield Co Dist HS?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Garfield Co Dist HS has 47% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Garfield Co Dist HS a charter school?

No, Garfield Co Dist HS is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Garfield Co Dist HS a Title I school?

No, Garfield Co Dist HS is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garfield Co Dist HS?

54.4% of students at Garfield Co Dist HS 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
42 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
57
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
7
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Garfield County
4-Year Graduation
80%+

District

Garfield County H S
District Enrollment
57
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,909
District Rank
#1 of 1

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