Northern Cheyenne Tribal School serves 178 students in grades Kindergarten-12.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Montana state average of 37%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (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.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Graduation Rate: <50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5%
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10%
- Science Proficiency: <50%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Montana for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School's student population of 178 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is 0.00, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
37%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
46%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
37%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
100%
10%
Asian
n/a
1%
Hispanic
n/a
6%
Black
n/a
1%
White
n/a
77%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
86%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
42%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 37% MT state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 46% MT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School?
The graduation rate of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is 50%, which is lower than the Montana state average of 86%.
How many students attend Northern Cheyenne Tribal School?
178 students attend Northern Cheyenne Tribal School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
100% of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School?
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Montana state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northern Cheyenne Tribal School offer ?
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Northern Cheyenne Tribal School part of?
Northern Cheyenne Tribal School is part of Northern Cheyenne Tribal School District.
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