Serving 64 students in grades 9-12, Circle High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Montana for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤20% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 46%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Montana state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Montana state average of 23% (majority American Indian).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 64 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Top 50% in MT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Circle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Circle High School's student population of 64 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
64 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Mascot
Wildcat
School Rankings
Circle High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 696 schools in Montana (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Circle High School is 0.12, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.40. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#365 out of 696 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
3%
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
94%
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Circle High School's ranking?
Circle High School is ranked #365 out of 696 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Montana.
What schools are Circle High School often compared to?
Circle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baker High School, Plevna High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Circle High School?
The graduation rate of Circle High School is 80%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Circle High School?
64 students attend Circle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Circle High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Circle High School?
Circle High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Circle High School offer ?
Circle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Circle High School part of?
Circle High School is part of Circle High School District.
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