Whitewater High School

Whitewater High School is a small public high school in Whitewater, MT, serving grades 9-12 with just 10 students enrolled. Despite its tiny size, this school is part of the Whitewater K-12 Schools district, which is ranked 36th out of 387 districts in Montana and has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Whitewater High School stands out for its small student population, with a very low student-teacher ratio that allows for personalized attention. However, the school also has a high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, at 70%, indicating significant economic disadvantage among the student body. Despite these challenges, the school has consistently performed well academically, with proficiency rates in core subjects on par with the district average and slightly below the state average.

The school's stable funding and staffing, with per-student spending in line with the state average, suggest it is able to provide a quality education despite its small size. Whitewater High School's long-term performance, ranking 22nd out of 182 Montana high schools in the 2024-2025 school year, demonstrates its ability to deliver strong academic results. While the sustainability of such a small school may be a concern, the school's intimate learning environment and consistent high performance make it an interesting option for families in the Whitewater area.