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Medicine Lake High School
High School · Medicine Lake K-12 Schools
PO Box 265 311 Young St, Medicine Lake, MT 59247
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
22
Student-Teacher
5.5:1
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About Medicine Lake High School
Medicine Lake High School is a public high school in Medicine Lake, MT, part of the Medicine Lake K-12 Schools. The school serves approximately 22 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1. Students demonstrate 25% proficiency in math and 50% in reading/language arts.
Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $42,813, where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 22 students, Medicine Lake High School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
With a student-teacher ratio of 5.5:1, Medicine Lake High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Located in a rural area, Medicine Lake High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22 students
- Type
- Public
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Address
- PO Box 265 311 Young St, Medicine Lake, MT 59247
- Website
- medicinelake.k12.mt.us
- Phone
- (406) 789-2211
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores MT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 4 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: N/A.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 25% (2021) to 25% (2022). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 75% (2021) to 25% (2022).
Location
PO Box 265 311 Young St, Medicine Lake, MT 59247
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Medicine Lake High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Plentywood High School (rated 7.7/10, 19.1 miles away, in nearby Plentywood). Another option is Brockton High School (rated 7.4/10, 30.8 miles away, in nearby Brockton). Additionally, Bainville High School (rated 7.1/10, 28.2 miles away, in nearby Bainville). For more schools in Medicine Lake, see our Medicine Lake schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 32.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Medicine Lake School Medicine Lake | 0.0 mi | 8.5 |
| Medicine Lake 7-8 Medicine Lake | 0.0 mi | — |
| Froid Elementary School Froid | 11.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Froid 7-8 Froid | 11.6 mi | — |
| Froid High School Froid | 11.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Plentywood High School Plentywood | 19.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Plentywood School Plentywood | 19.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Plentywood 7-8 Plentywood | 19.1 mi | 7.0 |
| Culbertson School Culbertson | 24.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Culbertson Junior High Culbertson | 24.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Culbertson High School Culbertson | 24.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Bainville School Bainville | 28.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Bainville High School Bainville | 28.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Bainville 7-8 Bainville | 28.2 mi | — |
| Barbara Gilligan School Brockton | 30.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Barbara Gilligan 7-8 Brockton | 30.8 mi | — |
| Brockton High School Brockton | 30.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Westby School Westby | 32.5 mi | — |
| Westby High School Westby | 32.5 mi | — |
| Westby 7-8 Westby | 32.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 59247 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,813
Median Home Value
$90,000
Population
313
College Educated
19.8%
Homeownership
76.4%
Poverty Rate
17.5%
Median Age
49.9
Community Profile
The community surrounding Medicine Lake High School has a median household income of $42,813. It is a community where 20% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $90,000. The area has a poverty rate of 17.5%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Augusta High School Augusta, MT | — |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman, MT | — |
| BOZEMAN FIELD SCHOOL Bozeman, MT | — |
| Belfry High School Belfry, MT | — |
| Frazer High School Frazer, MT | — |
| Fromberg High School Fromberg, MT | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Medicine Lake High School
What grades does Medicine Lake High School serve?
Medicine Lake High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Medicine Lake High School?
Medicine Lake High School has an enrollment of approximately 22 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Medicine Lake High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Medicine Lake High School is 5.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
What are the test scores at Medicine Lake High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Medicine Lake High School has 25.0% math proficiency and 50.0% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Medicine Lake High School a charter school?
No, Medicine Lake High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Medicine Lake High School a Title I school?
No, Medicine Lake High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Medicine Lake High School?
18.2% of students at Medicine Lake 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.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 22
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Sheridan County
- Phone
- (406) 789-2211
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Medicine Lake K-12 Schools- District Enrollment
- 83
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $36,702
Other Schools in This District
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