Powell County High School

Powell County High School is a regular public high school located in Deer Lodge, Montana, within Powell County. The school serves students from ninth through twelfth grade and has an enrollment of 183 students with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.8:1, providing ample individual attention for each student. With 17 full-time equivalent teachers, the school aims to support its diverse academic needs.

Powell County High School’s MySchoolScout rating is 6.4 out of 10, placing it at #163 in Montana among 605 schools, which puts it in the 73rd percentile statewide. Academically, the school scores a 5.6 out of 10, with 38% of students proficient or above in ELA/Reading and 28% proficient or above in Math. These figures indicate areas where the school is focusing on further development to improve student performance.

The school is situated in a remote rural area, offering a close-knit community environment for its students.

With an enrollment of 183 students, Powell County 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.

Located in a rural area, Powell County 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.