Chester-Joplin-Inverness High School

Chester-Joplin-Inverness High School is the sole high school serving grades 9-12 in the Chester-Joplin-Inverness School District in Montana. With an enrollment of 54 students, the school has experienced significant fluctuations in its statewide ranking, ranging from 14th out of 124 schools in 2022-2023 to 102nd out of 122 schools in 2023-2024, and then back up to 103rd out of 182 schools in 2024-2025.

Academically, Chester-Joplin-Inverness High School performs above the state average in English Language Arts on the ACT, but lags significantly behind in Mathematics and Science. The school has a relatively high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 57.41%, indicating a student population from a lower socioeconomic background. However, the school's low student-to-teacher ratio of 10.9 suggests a more personalized learning environment for its students.

Overall, Chester-Joplin-Inverness High School faces both strengths and challenges in its academic performance and learning environment. The school's volatility in statewide ranking and mixed results on standardized tests highlight the need for further investigation and targeted improvements, particularly in the areas of mathematics and science instruction.