Very Good

#108 of 603 schools in MT

Top 18% in state

Heart Butte High School

High School · Heart Butte K-12 Schools

PO Box 259, Heart Butte, MT 59448

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

7.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Montana schools

#108 of 603

In Heart Butte

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

Heart Butte K-12 Schools

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Heart Butte High School

Heart Butte High School is a public high school in Heart Butte, MT, part of Heart Butte K-12 Schools. Heart Butte High School serves approximately 73 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Heart Butte High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #108 of 603 schools in MT.

Structured state assessment records for Heart Butte High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts above MT schools

7.9

This school 7.9 · Very Good
MT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 73 students, Heart Butte High School 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.

Heart Butte High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress9.7Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data11

Annual Change-1.12 pts/yr

Data Period2010–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics5.2Average25%

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.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected-0.2 pts

Adjusted Percentile34th

College Readiness7.2Very Good30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate50%+

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1

Per-Pupil Spending$29,918

Heart Butte High School — Students at Heart Butte High School score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

100%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 33.3% (multi-year average, 2010-2022)

School

State

N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2010

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2011

Math

10%

ELA

69.5%

2012

Math

24.5%

ELA

75%

2014

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2016

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2017

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2018

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2019

Math

25%

ELA

25%

2020*

Math

24.5%

ELA

24.5%

2021*

Math

25%

ELA

25%

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: 9.7/10.

How Heart Butte High School Compares

See how Heart Butte High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.9/10

82th percentile in MT

Academic

5.2/10

Average

Growth

9.7/10

Excellent

Environment

10.0/10

Excellent

Sports

5 boys' · 5 girls'

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

100%

Teaching Staff

12:1 student-teacher ratio

6 teachers

Programs & Offerings

Athletics10sports offered

5 boys'·5 girls'·12 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

PO Box 259, Heart Butte, MT 59448

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Heart Butte High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DE LA SALLE BLACKFEET SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 21.2 miles away, in nearby Browning), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Dupuyer School (rated 6.8/10, 16.5 miles away, in nearby Dupuyer), a more accessible option. Additionally, Heart Butte Elementary (rated 6.3/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Heart Butte, see our Heart Butte schools guide .

Nearby Schools

15 within 31.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Heart Butte Elementary Heart Butte	0.0 mi	96	6.3
Heart Butte 6-8 Heart Butte	0.0 mi	28	—
Browning Middle School Browning	20.6 mi	371	4.4
Napi School Browning	21.0 mi	270	4.4
Browning Elementary Browning	21.0 mi	287	3.3
KW-VC Elementary Browning	21.0 mi	330	5.4
CUTSWOOD SCHOOL Browning	21.2 mi	29	—
DE LA SALLE BLACKFEET SCHOOL Browning	21.2 mi	69	8.4
Browning High School Browning	21.4 mi	611	4.3
Dupuyer School Dupuyer	16.5 mi	46	6.8
Kingsbury Colony Attn Ctr Valier	16.1 mi	22	—
Hidden Lake Elementary Cut Bank	24.9 mi	23	—
Pendroy School Pendroy	21.9 mi	11	—
East Glacier Park School E. Glacier Park	21.0 mi	50	2.6
Mountain View Elementary Cut Bank	31.6 mi	9	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 59448 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$29,318

Median Home Value

$47,500

Median Rent

$457/mo

Population

647

College Educated

12%

Homeownership

48.8%

Poverty Rate

38.4%

Median Age

28.6

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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Garfield Co Dist HS Jordan, MT	57	7.9
Shields Valley High Schl Clyde Park, MT	59	7.9
Broadview High School Broadview, MT	57	8.0
Centerville High School Sand Coulee, MT	76	8.2
Drummond High School Drummond, MT	71	7.6
Granite High School Philipsburg, MT	55	7.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heart Butte High School

What grades does Heart Butte High School serve?

Heart Butte High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Heart Butte High School?

Heart Butte High School has an enrollment of approximately 73 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Heart Butte High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Heart Butte High School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Heart Butte High School rank in MT?

Heart Butte High School ranks #108 of 603 schools in MT.

What is Heart Butte High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Heart Butte High School 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 Heart Butte High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Heart Butte High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 33% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).

Is Heart Butte High School a charter school?

No, Heart Butte High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Heart Butte High School a Title I school?

No, Heart Butte High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Heart Butte High School?

100.0% of students at Heart 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.